Jose Alvarado has averaged 29.6 minutes per game over the last 5 games, 6.3 more than he's averaged overall this year.The 3rd-speediest pace-of-play offense in the NBA over the last 15 games has been the Pelicans.The San Antonio Spurs have played at the 7th-quickest pace in the NBA over the last 20 games, which ought to increase possessions for the Pelicans.The Pelicans rank as the 5th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA at home this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore produce added opportunities for scoring and assists).Jose Alvarado will likely see an increase in production across the board as a result of owning the home court advantage in this contest.
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