LaMelo Ball has totaled 1.1 steals per game this year, putting him in the 89th percentile -- near the top of the league in this category in recent games.LaMelo Ball has played 32.3 minutes per game playing at home since the start of last season, ranking in the 84th percentile -- seeing the court more than most players in the league.The Charlotte Hornets have played at the 8th-fastest pace in the NBA since the start of last season with the home court advantage.The Hornets have played at the 5th-speediest pace-of-play in the NBA this year, which should increase possessions for the Thunder.LaMelo Ball will hold the home court advantage in this contest. Playing at home generally improves player performance in all facets of the game.
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