Austin Reaves has posted 4.2 assists per game over the last 5 games, 2.4 higher than he's posted overall this season.Austin Reaves has tallied 29.4 minutes per game over the last 5 games, 6.7 higher than he's tallied overall this season.The Los Angeles Lakers have played at the most up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games.The Knicks have given up the 4th-least offensive rebounds per game (9.3) in the NBA to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists).Austin Reaves will possess the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home stadium generally raises player production for all stats.
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