LeBron James has tallied 8.6 assists per game this year, ranking him among the best players in the NBA in this category: 99th percentile.Out of all players in the league, LeBron James comes in at the 94th percentile for playing time, putting up a whopping 34.9 minutes per game playing at home this year.The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to see an increase in opportunities in this game from competing against the 4th-quickest pace offense in the league over the last 20 games (the New Orleans Pelicans).LeBron James will have the home court advantage in this contest. Playing at home generally increases player performance for all stats.
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