Paolo Banchero has averaged 2.0 steals per game over the last 5 games, 1.0 more than he's averaged over the course of the season.Paolo Banchero has played 33.6 minutes per game while playing at home this year, putting him in the 89th percentile -- seeing the court more than most players in the league.The Magic have played at the 6th-most up-tempo pace in the league away from their home court this year, which should lead to increased plays for the Pelicans.Paolo Banchero will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing on your home court tends to boosts player performance in all facets of the game.
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