LaMelo Ball has played 34.5 minutes per game this year, ranking among the most used players in the league: 94th percentile.The matchup vs. Bruce Brown is a favorable one for shots from downtown; when defending opposing starting PGs this year, they have made an enormous 2.2 threes per game (77th percentile).The Charlotte Hornets have played at the 2nd-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 25 games.The Nuggets have played at the 3rd-most up-tempo pace in the NBA over the last 5 games, which should lead to more plays for the Hornets.The Charlotte Hornets check in as the 3rd-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 20 games while at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to additional chances for scoring and assists).
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