Jonas Valanciunas has averaged 3.8 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games, 1.2 more than he's averaged in all games this season.The New Orleans Pelicans are expected to see a rise in opportunities in this game from being pitted against the 9th-quickest tempo offense in the league this year (the Oklahoma City Thunder).Offensive rebounds save possession and result in additional chances for scoring and assists, and the New Orleans Pelicans grade out 12thbest in in the NBA when playing at home with 13.6 offensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games.Jonas Valanciunas will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing with the home court advantage generally increases player performance in all facets of the game.
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