Jose Alvarado has posted 3.9 assists per game this year, ranking in the 85th percentile -- among the NBA's best in this category in recent games.The 6th-speediest tempo offense in the NBA over the last 25 games has been the Pelicans.The Dallas Mavericks have played at the 5th-quickest tempo in the NBA over the last 10 games on the road, which should boost possessions for the Pelicans.The Pelicans have been the 2nd-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 20 games playing at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide added opportunities for scoring and assists).Jose Alvarado will likely see a rise in effectiveness in all facets of the game as a result of possessing the home court advantage in this matchup.
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