Jose Alvarado has posted 3.4 assists per game over the last 5 games on his home court, 1.5 higher than he's posted in all games this season at home.The Pelicans have played at the 5th-quickest pace in the league over the last 5 games with the home court advantage.The New Orleans Pelicans have been the 4th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 10 games when playing at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide new opportunities for scoring and assists).Over the last 5 games, opposing teams have grabbed 6.2 offensive boards per game (fewest in the NBA) vs. the Heat (shortening possessions that could otherwise lead to additional opportunities for offense).Jose Alvarado is expected to see a rise in performance in all facets of the game as a result of owning the home court advantage in this contest.
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