Out of all players in the league, Jose Alvarado slots into the 85th percentile for three-point effectiveness with a an impressive 41.7% rate this year.The Pelicans have played at the 7th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games.The New Orleans Pelicans are expected to see an increase in opportunities today from competing against the 7th-speediest pace-of-play visiting team in the NBA this year (the Memphis Grizzlies).The Memphis Grizzlies have given up the 7th-least offensive rebounds per game (10.4) in the NBA to their opposition this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore reduce extra chances for scoring and assists).Jose Alvarado will hold the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home stadium generally improves stat production across the board.
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