Norman Powell has tallied an impressive 2.2 assists per game this year, a big improvement over his 1.8 assists per game last year.The LA Clippers have played at the 5th-quickest pace-of-play in the league playing at home this year.The LA Clippers are expected to see a spike in opportunities in this game from competing against the 4th-fastest pace team in the league over the last 15 games (the New Orleans Pelicans).This year when they are away from home, opposing teams have brought down 8.4 offensive boards per game (3rd-lowest in the NBA) vs. the New Orleans Pelicans (losing possessions that could otherwise spark extra chances for offense).Norman Powell figures to get a boost in productivity in all stat categories in light of enjoying the home court advantage in this game.
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