Dennis Smith Jr. Assists Prop is currently Over/Under 3.5 (-120/-110).
Key Factors
Favors Over
Dennis Smith Jr. has posted 5.4 assists per game while playing on the road this year, placing him in the 94th percentile -- among the NBA's leaders in this category.
The Charlotte Hornets have been the 5th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (which can also create new chances for scoring and assists).
The Charlotte Hornets have played at the 5th-speediest pace in the NBA this year when playing on the road.
Favors Under
The Rockets have allowed the 6th-least offensive rebounds per game (11.5) in the league to opposing clubs this year while at home (which will also lead to fewer opportunities for scoring and assists).
The Hornets have played at the 9th-least up-tempo pace in the NBA this year in their home city, which should decrease opportunities for the Rockets.
Dennis Smith Jr. will not enjoy the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing away from your home city usually worsens player performance for all stats.