Michael Porter Jr. has converted 4.0 shots from downtown per game over the last 5 games, 1.0 higher than he's made from beyond the arc overall this season.The matchup against New Orleans is a positive one for attempts from downtown; when the Pelicans are the visiting squad, the other team's starting SFs have averaged the 22nd-most 3-point attempts per game in the NBA this year (5.2).The Denver Nuggets have been the 10th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide added opportunities for scoring and assists).The Pelicans have allowed the least offensive rebounds per game (6.6) in the NBA to opposing clubs over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists).Michael Porter Jr. will hold the home court advantage in this game. Playing in your home city generally boosts player production across the board.
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