In contrast to last season's 8.0 mark, Russell Westbrook's off the mark shots have declined this season to 5.2 per game.With respect to shooting, the LA Clippers's exceptional 128.8 points per game when playing at home comes in as the 2nd-highest in the NBA over the last 5 games.The Pelicans have played at the 8th-quickest pace in the NBA over the last 25 games while traveling, which ought to boost plays for the Clippers.This year when they are at home, their opposition has brought down 9.2 offensive rebounds per game (lowest in the NBA) against the New Orleans Pelicans (losing possessions that could otherwise lead to bonus opportunities for offense).Over the last 15 games when they are playing at home, opposing squads have attempted 20.7 free throws per game (4th-lowest in the NBA) against the Pelicans, facing an uphill battle to get to the charity stripe.
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