Anfernee Simons has totaled 6.0 assists per game over the last 5 games, 1.6 higher than he's totaled in all games this season.The Portland Trail Blazers will likely see an increase in plays today from facing the 10th-speediest tempo away offense in the NBA over the last 10 games (the Utah Jazz).Offensive rebounds retain possession and spark further chances for scoring and assists, and the Portland Trail Blazers rank 2nd-best in in the league with 13.5 offensive rebounds per game over the last 20 games.Anfernee Simons will hold the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home stadium tends to boost player production for all stats.
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