Jayson Tatum has put up 5.7 assists per game this year, ranking in the 94th percentile -- among the NBA's leaders by this standard over this stretch.Among all players in the NBA, Jayson Tatum places in the 98th percentile for playing time, logging an enormous 36.4 minutes per game this year.The 10th-most up-tempo pace-of-play team in the NBA over the last 5 games has been the Boston Celtics.The Celtics have been the 6th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore create new chances for scoring and assists).Jayson Tatum will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing at home generally improves player performance across the board.
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