Zion Williamson has posted 6.4 assists per game over the last 5 games, 1.2 higher than he's posted in all games this season.The Pelicans have played at the 5th-fastest tempo in the league over the last 20 games.The Rockets have played at the 10th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 10 games, which ought to raise plays for the Pelicans.Offensive rebounds preserve possession and bring about further chances for scoring and assists, and the Pelicans rank 3rd-best in in the league on their home court with 12.7 offensive rebounds per game this year.Zion Williamson will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing in your home city usually raises player production for all stats.
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