Jalen Brunson has compiled an impressive 6.2 assists per game this year, significantly higher than his 4.6 assists per game last year.Jalen Brunson has tallied 34.0 minutes per game without the home court advantage this year, putting him in the 93rd percentile -- putting him among the most-used players in the league.The Magic have played at the 4th-speediest pace in the NBA over the last 5 games in their home stadium, which ought to lead to more opportunities for the Knicks.The New York Knicks check in as the 2nd-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA without the home court advantage this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide new opportunities for scoring and assists).The Magic have allowed the least offensive rebounds per game (8.1) in the league to opposing clubs over the last 15 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore lead to fewer chances for scoring and assists).
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