LaMelo Ball has totaled an impressive 8.4 assists per game this year, quite a bit more than his 7.6 assists per game last year.LaMelo Ball has averaged 34.7 minutes per game while on the road this year, putting him in the 94th percentile -- putting him among the most-utilized players in the NBA.The Charlotte Hornets have played at the 6th-most up-tempo tempo in the league while on their home court this year.The Hawks have played at the 5th-speediest tempo in the NBA over the last 25 games at home, which ought to raise plays for the Hornets.Over the last 15 games, the other team has come down with 8.6 offensive boards per game (2nd-fewest in the NBA) vs. the Atlanta Hawks (turning over possessions that could otherwise bring about added opportunities for offense).
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