Anfernee Simons has averaged 4.1 assists per game while on the road since the start of last season, placing him in the 84th percentile -- among the league's best in this category.Anfernee Simons has tallied 34.1 minutes per game since the start of last season, putting him among the most-utilized players in the league: 89th percentile.The Portland Trail Blazers are expected to see a rise in possessions today from competing against the 8th-quickest pace-of-play home team in the league over the last 5 games (the Utah Jazz).The Trail Blazers have been the best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA while on the road this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore produce new opportunities for scoring and assists).Anfernee Simons will possess the home court advantage in this contest. Playing with the home court advantage usually increases player performance in all facets of the game.
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