Jonas Valanciunas has averaged 1.8 blocks per game over the last 5 games, 1.2 more than he's averaged over the course of the year.The New Orleans Pelicans have played at the 10th-speediest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games while at home.The Hornets have played at the 2nd-fastest pace-of-play in the league over the last 25 games, which should increase possessions for the Pelicans.Jonas Valanciunas will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home city tends to increases player performance in all stat categories.
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