Jonas Valanciunas has compiled a whopping 1.6 blocks per game this year, significantly more than his 0.6 blocks per game last year.The Pelicans have played at the 5th-quickest tempo in the league over the last 10 games when playing away from home.The San Antonio Spurs have played at the 2nd-speediest pace-of-play in the league over the last 10 games with the home court advantage, which should increase plays for the Pelicans.Jonas Valanciunas will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home stadium generally improves stat production across the board.
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