Ja Morant has posted an impressive 8.0 assists per game this season, significantly more than his 7.2 assists per game last season.Ja Morant has played 31.9 minutes per game this year, putting him among the most-used players in the league: 85th percentile.The Memphis Grizzlies have played at the 5th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the league away from their home court this year.The Lakers have played at the 3rd-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the league this year, which ought to lead to increased possessions for the Grizzlies.The Memphis Grizzlies check in as the 4th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore lead to additional chances for scoring and assists).
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