James Harden has averaged an impressive 11.0 assists per game this year, a sizeable increase from his 10.0 assists per game last year.James Harden has been on the court for 35.5 minutes per game when playing on the road this year, ranking in the 97th percentile -- putting him among the most-used players in the league.The Spurs have played at the 5th-fastest pace in the NBA over the last 25 games, which ought to lead to increased possessions for the 76ers.The Spurs have allowed the 5th-most offensive rebounds per game (9.3) in the NBA to opposing squads over the last 10 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to added opportunities for scoring and assists).
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