James Harden has put up a measly 8.5 assists per game this year, quite a bit less than his 10.3 assists per game last year.The LA Clippers have played at the slowest tempo in the NBA over the last 10 games.The Denver Nuggets have played at the slowest pace in the NBA over the last 25 games while traveling, which ought to lead to fewer possessions for the Clippers.Offensive rebounds maintain possession and bring about additional opportunities for scoring and assists, but the LA Clippers grade out 5thworst in in the NBA with only 9.0 offensive rebounds per game over the last 25 games.
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