Devin Vassell has totaled 2.7 assists per game this year, putting him in the 75th percentile -- among the league's best in this category recently.The 9th-most up-tempo pace team in the NBA over the last 5 games has been the Spurs.The Atlanta Hawks have played at the 3rd-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA this year, which ought to boost plays for the San Antonio Spurs.Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and spark added chances for scoring and assists, and the Spurs rank 3rd-best in in the league with 13.6 offensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games.Devin Vassell will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home stadium tends to increase player performance for all stats.
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