The Pelicans have played at the 6th-slowest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 20 games as the road team.The Miami Heat have played at the 3rd-slowest pace in the league this year, which should lead to fewer possessions for the Pelicans.The Pelicans have been the 5th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore reduce extra opportunities for scoring and assists).Relative to last season's 84.3% rate, Jose Alvarado's free-throw prowess has been reduced this season to 69.7%.Jose Alvarado will not enjoy the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing away from your home court generally decreases player performance in all stat categories.
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