Jalen Johnson has averaged 2.6 steals per game over the last 5 games, 1.0 higher than he's averaged over the course of the year.Among all players in the league, Jalen Johnson ranks in the 97th percentile for playing time, putting up a colossal 35.9 minutes per game while playing at home this year.The Hawks have played at the most up-tempo pace in the league over the last 10 games.The Raptors have played at the 8th-fastest pace in the league over the last 10 games away from their home city, which ought to lead to increased opportunities for the Hawks.Jalen Johnson will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home city usually raises player performance in all facets of the game.
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