Talen Horton-Tucker has totaled a terrific 4.7 assists per game this year, significantly higher than his 3.8 assists per game last year.The Jazz will likely see an increase in possessions in this game from sharing the court with the 5th-most up-tempo pace home offense in the NBA this year (the New Orleans Pelicans).The Jazz check in as the best offensive rebounding offense in the league when playing away from home this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to additional chances for scoring and assists).Over the last 5 games when they are away from home, opposing teams have brought down 7.4 offensive boards per game (2nd-fewest in the league) against the Pelicans (turning over possessions that could otherwise generate added opportunities for offense).Talen Horton-Tucker ought to get a boost in performance in all facets of the game as a result of possessing the home court advantage in this matchup.
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