Jamal Cain Assists Prop is currently Over/Under 1.5 (-105/-135).
Key Factors
Favors Over
The Pelicans will likely see a rise in opportunities in this contest from facing the 5th-fastest pace offense in the league over the last 15 games (the Cavaliers).
The New Orleans Pelicans have been the best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide additional opportunities for scoring and assists).
Favors Under
Among all players in the league, Jamal Cain places in the 17th percentile for playing time, logging a mere 14.6 minutes per game while on the road this year.
The New Orleans Pelicans have played at the slowest tempo in the NBA over the last 5 games.
The Cleveland Cavaliers have allowed the 29th-most offensive boards per game (10.0) in the league to opposing clubs over the last 16 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to additional opportunities for scoring and assists).
Jamal Cain is expected to experience a decrease in effectiveness across the board in light of being on the road in this contest.