Naji Marshall has tallied a whopping 23.5 minutes per game this year, quite a bit higher than his 12.4 minutes per game last year.The New Orleans Pelicans check in as the most efficient 3-point shooting team in the NBA over the last 15 games.The Kings have played at the 4th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 10 games on the road, which should boost possessions for the Pelicans.Away from home, the Kings have given up the 4th-least offensive rebounds per game (8.6) in the NBA to their opposition over the last 10 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce additional opportunities for scoring and assists).Naji Marshall will possess the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing at home usually raises stat production in all facets of the game.
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