Lauri Markkanen has averaged a terrific 2.3 assists per game this year, quite a bit higher than his 1.8 assists per game last year.Among all players in the NBA, Lauri Markkanen lands in the 87th percentile for playing time, logging a whopping 32.3 minutes per game with the home court advantage this year.The {OPP_TEAM} are expected to see a rise in possessions in this game from being pitted against the 4th-quickest pace offense in the league this year (the Indiana Pacers).The Jazz check in as the 2nd-best offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide additional opportunities for scoring and assists).
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