Jonas Valanciunas has compiled just 2.4 offensive rebounds per game this season, a sizeable decrease from his 2.9 offensive rebounds per game last season.Jonas Valanciunas has committed 2.8 personal fouls per game this year, putting him among the most-whistled players in the NBA (92nd percentile).The 3rd-most lethargic pace-of-play visiting offense in the NBA over the last 5 games has been the New Orleans Pelicans.Offensive rebounds retain possession and spark added chances for scoring and assists, but the Pelicans grade out 7thworst in in the league while on the road with only 7.8 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games.Jonas Valanciunas stands to suffer a reduction in effectiveness across the board considering being on the road in this matchup.
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