Josh Giddey has tallied 6.4 assists per game over the last 5 games, 1.7 higher than he's tallied over the course of the year.The fastest pace-of-play offense in the NBA over the last 5 games has been the Oklahoma City Thunder.The Orlando Magic have allowed the 2nd-least offensive boards per game (9.3) 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).Josh Giddey will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing at home tends to raise stat production for all stats.
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