Alex Caruso Assists Prop is currently Over/Under 2.5 (-145/+115).
Key Factors
Favors Over
Alex Caruso has averaged 3.7 assists per game this year at home, placing him among the NBA's hottest by this metric in recent games: 82nd percentile.
The Chicago Bulls have played at the 7th-most up-tempo pace in the NBA over the last 5 games.
The Hornets have played at the 2nd-quickest pace in the league over the last 25 games, which should raise opportunities for the Bulls.
Alex Caruso will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home city usually increases stat production in all facets of the game.
Favors Under
The Chicago Bulls rank as the worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA at home this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore reduce extra opportunities for scoring and assists).
While on the road, the Hornets have allowed the 5th-least offensive rebounds per game (11.6) in the league to opposing teams over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate extra chances for scoring and assists).