Khris Middleton has put up a lowly 4.1 assists per game this year, a significant dropoff from his 5.5 assists per game last year.The Trail Blazers have played at the 3rd-most sluggish pace in the league over the last 5 games, which should reduce possessions for the Bucks.When playing at home, the Trail Blazers have allowed the 3rd-least offensive rebounds per game (12.8) in the NBA to the other team over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore lead to fewer opportunities for scoring and assists).
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