Kris Dunn has averaged 6.2 assists per game over the last 11 games when playing at home, 4.4 higher than he's averaged over the course of the season at home.The Jazz will likely see an increase in possessions in this game from sharing the court with the 5th-most up-tempo pace home offense in the NBA this year (the New Orleans Pelicans).The Jazz check in as the best offensive rebounding offense in the league when playing away from home this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to additional chances for scoring and assists).Over the last 5 games when they are away from home, opposing teams have brought down 7.4 offensive boards per game (2nd-fewest in the league) against the Pelicans (turning over possessions that could otherwise generate added opportunities for offense).Kris Dunn will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing in your home stadium tends to raise player performance in all stat categories.
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