Ben Simmons has tallied 8.0 assists per game over the last 10 games, 1.6 higher than he's tallied overall this season.The Brooklyn Nets have played at the 9th-speediest pace in the NBA over the last 5 games.The Bulls have played at the 6th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games on the road, which ought to lead to more possessions for the Nets.Away from home, the Bulls have allowed the 3rd-most offensive rebounds per game (9.4) in the NBA to their opposition this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide new chances for scoring and assists).Ben Simmons will enjoy the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing with the home court advantage usually raises player production in all facets of the game.
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