Dennis Smith Jr. has tallied 5.1 assists per game this year, ranking in the 91st percentile -- among the hottest players in the NBA by this standard over this stretch.The Charlotte Hornets rank as the 3rd-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 20 games playing at home (which also produce added chances for scoring and assists).The Charlotte Hornets have played at the 2nd-most up-tempo pace in the league over the last 25 games.The Hornets have played at the 7th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games, which ought to lead to more opportunities for the Bulls.While playing away from home, the Bulls have given up the 8th-most offensive rebounds per game (9.9) in the NBA to opposing teams this year (which can also produce added chances for scoring and assists).
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