Jaxson Hayes Assists Prop is currently Over/Under 0.5 (-140/+110).
The money has been on the Under as it opened 0.5 @ +120 before it was bet down to 0.5 @ +110.
FACTORS THAT FAVOR THE OVER:
The 10th-quickest pace-of-play team in the league over the last 10 games has been the Los Angeles Lakers.
The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to see an increase in plays in this game from competing against the 10th-speediest tempo road offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (the Minnesota Timberwolves).
Jaxson Hayes will possess the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing with the home court advantage usually improves player production in all facets of the game.
FACTORS THAT FAVOR THE UNDER:
The Los Angeles Lakers rank as the 3rd-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league while playing at home this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce further opportunities for scoring and assists).