Zion Williamson has been called for a mere 0.0 technical fouls per game this year, a sizeable decrease from his 0.1 technicals per game last year.The New Orleans Pelicans have played at the 8th-fastest pace-of-play in the league over the last 10 games as the road team.The Pelicans check in as the 8th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore produce added chances for scoring and assists).This year when they are the visiting squad, opposing clubs have captured 9.8 offensive boards per game (5th-lowest in the league) against the Minnesota Timberwolves (losing possessions that could otherwise spark more opportunities for offense).Zion Williamson will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing on your home court usually raises stat production in all stat categories.
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