Joel Embiid has put up 3.9 assists per game this year, placing him among the best players in the NBA by this standard: 87th percentile.Joel Embiid has tallied 33.9 minutes per game on his home court this year, ranking him in the 91st percentile -- putting him among the most-utilized players in the NBA.The Trail Blazers have allowed the 10th-least offensive rebounds per game (9.8) in the league to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore reduce additional opportunities for scoring and assists).Joel Embiid will enjoy the home court advantage in this game. Playing on your home court usually raises player production in all facets of the game.
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