Cameron Johnson has averaged 3.4 assists per game over the last 5 games, 0.8 more than he's averaged in all games this year.The Knicks have played at the 9th-quickest tempo in the NBA over the last 10 games on the road, which ought to lead to increased plays for the Nets.The Brooklyn Nets check in as the best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 25 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore create new chances for scoring and assists).This year when they have the home court advantage, opposing squads have brought down 9.5 offensive boards per game (3rd-fewest in the NBA) vs. the New York Knicks (shortening possessions that could otherwise result in more chances for offense).Cameron Johnson is expected to get a boost in production across the board in light of possessing the home court advantage in this game.
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