Yves Missi has compiled 4.0 offensive boards per game when playing at home since the start of last season, ranking him in the 99th percentile -- one of the best in the NBA by this metric.The New Orleans Pelicans have played at the 7th-quickest pace in the NBA with the home court advantage this year.The Trail Blazers have played at the 5th-quickest pace-of-play in the league over the last 7 games, which ought to boost plays for the Pelicans.Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and result in added chances for scoring and assists, and the New Orleans Pelicans grade out 2nd-best in in the NBA with 15.0 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games.Yves Missi is expected to see a spike in productivity in all stat categories as a result of having the home court advantage in this game.
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