In contrast to last year's 33.1% clip, Jonas Valanciunas's 3-point prowess has declined this year to 25.7%.Out of all players in the league, Jonas Valanciunas slots into the 88th percentile for personal fouls, putting up a massive 2.9 fouls per game with the home court advantage this year.The New Orleans Pelicans are expected to suffer a drop-off in plays in this game from facing the 5th-most lethargic pace road team in the NBA this year (the Philadelphia 76ers).The Pelicans check in as the 9th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists).The matchup vs. Philadelphia is a tough one for getting to the charity stripe; the opposition's starting Cs have attempted a lowly 2.1 foul shots per game this year when the 76ers are on the road (12th-least in the league).
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