Marcus Smart has put up 6.2 assists per game this year, placing him among the best players in the NBA by this metric: 95th percentile.Marcus Smart has tallied 30.9 minutes per game with the home court advantage this year, ranking in the 82nd percentile -- some of the highest playing time of any player in the league.The 76ers have allowed the least offensive rebounds per game (7.5) in the league to their opposition over the last 10 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce further chances for scoring and assists).Marcus Smart will hold the home court advantage in this contest. Playing at home usually improves player performance across the board.
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