Jonas Valanciunas has posted a whopping 1.7 blocks per game this year, quite a bit higher than his 0.7 blocks per game last year.The 3rd-speediest tempo home team in the NBA over the last 5 games has been the Pelicans.The Sacramento Kings have played at the 9th-quickest pace in the league over the last 5 games, which ought to raise plays for the Pelicans.Jonas Valanciunas will have the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home city generally increases player production in all facets of the game.
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