Gordon Hayward has compiled 3.6 assists per game this year, putting him among the best players in the league by this standard: 86th percentile.Gordon Hayward has played 30.4 minutes per game playing at home this year, ranking him in the 80th percentile -- putting him among the most-utilized players in the league.The Charlotte Hornets have been the 4th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 25 games while at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore produce added chances for scoring and assists).While on the road, the Heat have given up the least offensive rebounds per game (8.5) in the NBA to their opposition over the last 15 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce additional chances for scoring and assists).Gordon Hayward will possess the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home city generally increases player production in all stat categories.
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