Eric Gordon has posted 2.7 assists per game this year, ranking him among the best players in the league by this metric: 75th percentile.The Trail Blazers have played at the 2nd-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games away from their home court, which should lead to increased plays for the Clippers.While playing away from home, the Trail Blazers have given up the 9th-least offensive rebounds per game (10.0) in the league to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate additional opportunities for scoring and assists).Eric Gordon will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing with the home court advantage generally improves player performance for all stats.
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