Larry Nance Jr. has totaled 2.2 assists per game over the last 5 games, 0.9 higher than he's totaled over the course of the season.In contrast to last season's 2.1 mark, Larry Nance Jr.'s personal fouls per game have declined this season to 1.2.The New Orleans Pelicans are expected to see a rise in opportunities in this game from being pitted against the 9th-quickest tempo offense in the league this year (the Oklahoma City Thunder).Offensive rebounds save possession and result in additional chances for scoring and assists, and the New Orleans Pelicans grade out 12thbest in in the NBA when playing at home with 13.6 offensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games.Larry Nance Jr. will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing in your home stadium generally improves player performance in all facets of the game.
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