LaMelo Ball has tallied 8.3 assists per game with the home court advantage this year, putting him in the 99th percentile -- among the league's best by this metric.LaMelo Ball has tallied 32.6 minutes per game while playing at home this year, putting him in the 83rd percentile -- some of the highest playing time of any player in the NBA.The Hornets rank as the 7th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to added opportunities for scoring and assists).The Boston Celtics have given up the 9th-least offensive rebounds per game (10.2) in the NBA to opposing squads this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce extra chances for scoring and assists).LaMelo Ball figures to see a spike in effectiveness across the board in light of possessing the home court advantage in this contest.
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