The New Orleans Pelicans have played at the 10th-speediest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games while at home.The Hornets have played at the 2nd-fastest pace-of-play in the league over the last 25 games, which should increase possessions for the Pelicans.Josh Richardson has converted 90.1% of his foul shots this year, ranking him in the 93rd percentile among all players in the NBA.As a team, the New Orleans Pelicans have been among the best at getting to the free throw line: 10th-best in the league this year, tallying 24.6 foul shot attempts per game.Josh Richardson will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home stadium generally raises player production in all facets of the game.
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