Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has tallied 30.5 minutes per game with the home court advantage this year, ranking in the 78th percentile -- seeing the court more than most players in the NBA.The Detroit Pistons have played at the 4th-most up-tempo tempo in the NBA over the last 5 games, which ought to lead to more opportunities for the Magic.The Magic rank as the 5th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 10 games playing at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide added chances for scoring and assists).Out of all players in the league, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope rates in the 80th percentile for foul-shot ability when playing at home with a terrific 88.7% rate this year.The matchup vs. the Pistons may be a good one for getting to the foul line; opposing starting SGs have attempted a monstrous 4.8 free throws per game over the last 10 games (2nd-most in the NBA).
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