Joel Embiid has totaled a terrific 2.3 blocks per game this year, quite a bit higher than his 2.0 blocks per game last year.Joel Embiid has averaged 32.0 minutes per game while at home this year, ranking him in the 77th percentile -- putting him among the most-utilized players in the league.The 76ers have played at the 6th-most up-tempo tempo in the league over the last 5 games away from home.The Pacers have played at the 2nd-fastest tempo in the league away from their home stadium this year, which should lead to more possessions for the 76ers.Joel Embiid will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home city tends to boost stat production across the board.
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