Lonzo Ball has averaged 0.6 blocks per game this year, ranking in the 75th percentile -- among the league's hottest in this category over this stretch of games.The 2nd-most up-tempo pace-of-play team in the NBA this year has been the Bulls.The Pelicans have played at the 6th-speediest pace-of-play in the league over the last 10 games while traveling, which should lead to more opportunities for the Chicago Bulls.Lonzo Ball will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing at home generally improves player performance in all stat categories.
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