Luka Doncic has put up 8.3 assists per game this year, putting him in the company of the best players in the league by this metric: 99th percentile.Luka Doncic has tallied 36.3 minutes per game this year, putting him among the most-used players in the league: 99th percentile.The Pelicans have played at the 5th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 20 games away from their home city, which ought to lead to more possessions for the Mavericks.The Pelicans have allowed the 2nd-most offensive rebounds per game (8.6) in the league to opposing clubs over the last 20 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore lead to added chances for scoring and assists).Luka Doncic will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home stadium tends to improves player production for all stats.
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