The Sacramento Kings have played at the 8th-speediest tempo in the NBA with the home court advantage this year.Offensive rebounds save possession and create more chances for scoring and assists, and the Kings grade out 11thbest in in the NBA while on their home court with 11.8 offensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games.This year when they are on their home court, opposing clubs have brought down 8.8 offensive rebounds per game (lowest in the league) vs. the Pelicans (lessening possessions that could otherwise result in more opportunities for offense).Kevin Huerter has successfully made 100.0% of his foul shots over the last 5 games, 23.3% more than he's put through the net overall this season.Over the last 5 games when they are playing at home, the other team has attempted 20.2 foul shots per game (4th-fewest in the NBA) vs. the New Orleans Pelicans, facing an uphill battle to draw fouls.
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