Josh Hart has compiled 2.9 assists per game this year at home, putting him among the best in the NBA in this category over this stretch: 75th percentile.The New York Knicks will likely see a spike in plays in this contest from squaring off against the 10th-most up-tempo tempo offense in the NBA over the last 15 games (the Houston Rockets).The New York Knicks check in as the 2nd-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide added chances for scoring and assists).The Rockets have allowed the 8th-least offensive boards per game (10.4) in the league to opposing squads this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further chances for scoring and assists).Josh Hart will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing with the home court advantage generally increases stat production for all stats.
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