Jalen Brunson has compiled 7.3 assists per game this year, putting him in the company of the best players in the league by this metric: 98th percentile.Out of all players in the NBA, Jalen Brunson measures in the 95th percentile for playing time, compiling a massive 34.7 minutes per game while playing at home this year.The Pistons have played at the quickest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 20 games away from their home city, which should boost possessions for the New York Knicks.Offensive rebounds maintain possession and produce further opportunities for scoring and assists, and the New York Knicks rank 10th-best in in the league on their home court with 11.2 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games.Jalen Brunson will hold the home court advantage in this contest. Playing with the home court advantage generally improves player production for all stats.
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