Jose Alvarado has sunk a whopping 2.0 shots from behind the three-point arc per game this year, a big improvement over his 1.3 mark last year.This year, opposing starting PGs have averaged 21.2 points per game (2nd-most in the league) vs. the Pistons, labeling this as a good matchup for offensive output.The Pelicans have played at the 8th-speediest pace in the league over the last 25 games while playing away from home.The Detroit Pistons have played at the most up-tempo tempo in the NBA over the last 25 games, which should increase opportunities for the New Orleans Pelicans.The Pelicans have been the 4th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 15 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to additional opportunities for scoring and assists).
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