Anthony Davis has compiled 3.4 assists per game this year, ranking him among the best players in the NBA in this category: 80th percentile.Out of all players in the NBA, Anthony Davis lands in the 93rd percentile for playing time, averaging an enormous 34.3 minutes per game this year.The Mavericks are expected to see a spike in opportunities in this contest from competing against the 10th-fastest pace-of-play visiting offense in the NBA over the last 25 games (the Houston Rockets).The Mavericks have been the 7th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to added chances for scoring and assists).Anthony Davis will enjoy the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home stadium usually improves player production in all facets of the game.
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