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Over the last 5 games when they are at home, the opposing team's starting SFs have scored 22.3 points per game (4th-highest in the league) vs. the Charlotte Hornets, branding this as a good matchup for offensive performance.The Hornets have played at the 9th-speediest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games, which ought to lead to increased opportunities for the Pelicans.The New Orleans Pelicans have been the 4th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA while at home since the start of last season (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore produce added chances for scoring and assists).This year, the opposing team's starting SFs have attempted 4.5 free throws per game (highest in the league) vs. the Charlotte Hornets, succeeding in their efforts to draw fouls.
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