James Harden has averaged a measly 8.3 assists per game this year, a sizeable decrease from his 10.3 assists per game last year.The Clippers have played at the 6th-most sluggish tempo in the NBA as the away team this year.Offensive rebounds preserve possession and lead to additional chances for scoring and assists, but the LA Clippers grade out 3rdworst in in the league with only 8.0 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games.Over the last 5 games when they are the visiting squad, opposing teams have come down with 13.6 offensive rebounds per game (most in the league) against the Houston Rockets (preserving possessions that can spark added opportunities for offense).James Harden will not possess the home court advantage in this game. Playing on the road tends to lower player production in all stat categories.
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