Jonas Valanciunas has compiled 7.4 defensive boards per game this year, ranking in the 97th percentile -- among the hottest players in the league by this metric in recent days.The Warriors have played at the 2nd-fastest pace-of-play in the league over the last 21 games at home, which should increase plays for the New Orleans Pelicans.Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and lead to further chances for scoring and assists, and the Pelicans rank 8thbest in in the league with 12.2 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games.
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