Brandin Podziemski has put up 3.9 assists per game this year, ranking in the 86th percentile -- among the league leaders by this metric in recent games.The 4th-most up-tempo pace team in the league over the last 25 games has been the Warriors.The Warriors are expected to get a boost in possessions in this contest from sharing the court with the quickest pace-of-play offense in the NBA over the last 15 games (the Indiana Pacers).The Warriors check in as the 2nd-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide new opportunities for scoring and assists).Brandin Podziemski will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home stadium generally raises stat production in all facets of the game.
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