Relative to last year's 15.7 mark, Obi Toppin's playing time has increased this year to 22.3 minutes per game.The Indiana Pacers have played at the most up-tempo pace in the league playing at home this year.This year when they have the home court advantage, the other team has collected 9.0 offensive boards per game (fewest in the NBA) vs. the Pelicans (losing possessions that could otherwise result in further chances for offense).Obi Toppin will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing on your home court generally improves stat production for all stats.
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