Jalen Brunson has compiled 8.6 assists per game over the last 5 games, 1.1 more than he's compiled overall this year.Out of all players in the league, Jalen Brunson slots into the 92nd percentile for playing time, putting up an enormous 34.0 minutes per game with the home court advantage this year.The 5th-most up-tempo pace-of-play home team in the NBA over the last 5 games has been the New York Knicks.The Knicks rank as the 2nd-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games when playing at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide added chances for scoring and assists).Jalen Brunson will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing at home usually increases player performance in all stat categories.
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