Nick Richards has averaged 25.2 minutes per game over the last 5 games, 5.7 higher than he's averaged overall this year.The Charlotte Hornets have played at the 10th-fastest tempo in the NBA over the last 12 games while playing away from home.The Hornets are expected to see a rise in opportunities in this contest from being pitted against the 2nd-fastest pace-of-play home offense in the NBA over the last 25 games (the New Orleans Pelicans).This year when they are on their home court, their opposition has secured 9.2 offensive boards per game (3rd-lowest in the NBA) vs. the New Orleans Pelicans (minimizing possessions that could otherwise spark additional chances for offense).Nick Richards figures to see a rise in output across the board due to having the home court advantage in this contest.
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