Jonas Valanciunas has averaged an impressive 2.8 assists per game this year, significantly higher than his 1.7 assists per game last year.The New Orleans Pelicans have played at the 8th-fastest pace-of-play in the league over the last 10 games as the road team.The Pelicans check in as the 8th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore produce added chances for scoring and assists).This year when they are the visiting squad, opposing clubs have captured 9.8 offensive boards per game (5th-lowest in the league) against the Minnesota Timberwolves (losing possessions that could otherwise spark more opportunities for offense).Jonas Valanciunas should see a spike in productivity in all facets of the game considering owning the home court advantage in this matchup.
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