Jonas Valanciunas has posted 2.7 assists per game over the last 10 games, 0.9 higher than he's posted in all games this season.Jonas Valanciunas has averaged 28.9 minutes per game over the last 10 games, 4.4 higher than he's averaged in all games this season.The Grizzlies have played at the 3rd-quickest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games, which ought to lead to increased plays for the Pelicans.The New Orleans Pelicans have been the 10th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games playing at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore produce additional opportunities for scoring and assists).Jonas Valanciunas will possess the home court advantage in this contest. Playing with the home court advantage generally raises player production in all facets of the game.
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