Larry Nance Jr. has attempted 0.9 shots from downtown per game playing at home this year, placing him in the 22nd percentile among all players in the league.The matchup vs. the Nuggets is a challenging one for threes; without the home court advantage, opposing squads have posted the 5th-lowest three rate in the league this year (37.9%).The New Orleans Pelicans have been the 4th-least aggressive offense in the NBA this year when it comes to attempts from downtown.The New Orleans Pelicans have played at the 10th-least up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games while on their home court.The Pelicans have played at the 5th-most lethargic pace-of-play in the league over the last 15 games while traveling, which ought to reduce possessions for the Nuggets.
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