Georges Niang has posted 0.9 assists per game since the start of last season, putting him in the company of the worst players in the NBA in this category: 23rd percentile.The Cavaliers are expected to suffer a reduction in opportunities in this contest from competing against the 6th-most lethargic pace home offense in the league this year (the New York Knicks).Offensive rebounds maintain possession and result in more opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Cleveland Cavaliers grade out 9thworst in in the NBA with only 9.8 offensive boards per game since the start of last season.Georges Niang will not enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing away from your home city generally lowers player performance for all stats.
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