Kelly Olynyk has tallied 4.0 assists per game this year, ranking in the 84th percentile -- among the league's best by this standard in recent days.The 4th-quickest pace team in the NBA over the last 25 games has been the Utah Jazz.The Kings have played at the 6th-fastest pace in the NBA over the last 15 games, which should raise opportunities for the Jazz.The Utah Jazz rank as the best offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore produce additional chances for scoring and assists).Over the last 20 games, opposing clubs have captured 9.2 offensive boards per game (fewest in the NBA) against the Sacramento Kings (losing possessions that could otherwise lead to extra opportunities for offense).
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