Malik Monk has averaged 6.4 assists per game over the last 5 games, 1.1 more than he's averaged overall this season.The 10th-most up-tempo tempo home team in the NBA this year has been the Kings.The Houston Rockets have played at the 4th-quickest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 15 games without the home court advantage, which ought to boost plays for the Kings.The Sacramento Kings have been the 2nd-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore produce new chances for scoring and assists).Malik Monk will enjoy the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home city usually increases player production for all stats.
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