LaMelo Ball has averaged 8.6 assists per game on the road since the start of last season, ranking him in the 99th percentile -- one of the best in the NBA by this metric.Among all players in the NBA, LaMelo Ball slots into the 88th percentile for playing time, compiling a whopping 34.3 minutes per game while playing at home since the start of last season.The 3rd-speediest tempo away offense in the NBA this year has been the Charlotte Hornets.The {OPP_TEAM} are expected to see an increase in possessions in this game from being pitted against the speediest pace home offense in the league this year (the Washington Wizards).LaMelo Ball will have the home court advantage in this contest. Playing on your home court tends to increase player performance in all stat categories.
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