LaMelo Ball has totaled 8.8 assists per game over the last 5 games, 1.3 higher than he's totaled overall this season.Among all players in the league, LaMelo Ball slots into the 92nd percentile for playing time, putting up a colossal 34.3 minutes per game this year.The Pelicans have played at the 5th-speediest tempo in the NBA over the last 5 games, which should boost possessions for the Hornets.Offensive rebounds retain possession and lead to bonus chances for scoring and assists, and the Hornets grade out 2nd-best in in the NBA with 13.0 offensive boards per game this year.LaMelo Ball will possess the home court advantage in this contest. Playing with the home court advantage tends to raise player performance in all stat categories.
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