Wendell Carter Jr. has averaged 3.2 assists per game when playing at home this year, ranking in the 79th percentile -- one of the best in the league by this metric.Wendell Carter Jr. has played 29.3 minutes per game playing at home this year, putting him in the 76th percentile -- some of the highest playing time of any player in the NBA.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.The Pelicans have allowed the 9th-most offensive rebounds per game (9.9) in the league to their opposition this year (which can also provide added chances for scoring and assists).Wendell Carter Jr. will have the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home stadium generally improves player production in all stat categories.
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