Kelly Olynyk has tallied 4.5 assists per game this year, ranking in the 88th percentile -- among the NBA's hottest by this metric recently.The Jazz have played at the 2nd-fastest pace in the NBA over the last 10 games.Offensive rebounds retain possession and result in further opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Utah Jazz rank 13thbest in in the NBA on their home court with 12.9 offensive rebounds per game over the last 20 games.Over the last 15 games when they are playing at home, their opposition has secured 9.5 offensive boards per game (2nd-fewest in the NBA) vs. the Warriors (turning over possessions that could otherwise result in extra opportunities for offense).Kelly Olynyk ought to see a spike in effectiveness in all stat categories considering possessing the home court advantage in this matchup.
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