Jonas Valanciunas has totaled 1.3 blocks per game over the last 10 games, 0.7 higher than he's totaled over the course of the year.The New Orleans Pelicans have played at the 9th-speediest pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games at home.The Clippers have played at the 9th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games, which ought to increase opportunities for the Pelicans.Jonas Valanciunas will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home stadium usually boosts player production across the board.
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