Donte DiVincenzo has tallied 3.3 assists per game while playing at home since the start of last season, putting him in the 77th percentile -- one of the best in the NBA by this standard.The {OPP_TEAM} will likely see an increase in possessions in this contest from being pitted against the 6th-speediest pace offense in the NBA this year (the Spurs).The Knicks check in as the 2nd-best offensive rebounding offense in the league away from their home court since the start of last season (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore produce additional chances for scoring and assists).Over the last 5 games, opposing clubs have nabbed 8.4 offensive rebounds per game (4th-lowest in the league) vs. the San Antonio Spurs (turning over possessions that could otherwise result in bonus opportunities for offense).Donte DiVincenzo will have the home court advantage in this game. Playing with the home court advantage usually improves player production for all stats.
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