LeBron James has tallied 8.7 assists per game over the last 15 games, 1.2 higher than he's tallied in all games this season.Among all players in the NBA, LeBron James lands in the 92nd percentile for playing time, registering an enormous 34.3 minutes per game while playing at home this year.The Los Angeles Lakers have played at the most up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games while playing at home.The Phoenix Suns have given up the 6th-least offensive rebounds per game (9.7) in the NBA to opposing teams over the last 15 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists).LeBron James is expected to get a boost in effectiveness in all facets of the game on account of having the home court advantage in this matchup.
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