Zion Williamson has compiled 6.8 rebounds per game over the last 5 games at home, 1.4 more than he's compiled over the course of the year at home.Zion Williamson has averaged 29.8 minutes per game when playing at home this year, putting him in the 76th percentile -- some of the highest playing time of any player in the NBA.The Pelicans have been the 7th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 20 games at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to new chances for scoring and assists).Over the last 15 games, the other team has collected 8.9 offensive boards per game (fewest in the NBA) against the Charlotte Hornets (diminishing possessions that could otherwise result in additional opportunities for offense).Zion Williamson is expected to see an increase in efficiency in all facets of the game on account of owning the home court advantage in this contest.
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