Marcus Smart has tallied 6.1 assists per game this year, putting him in the company of the best players in the league in this category: 95th percentile.Marcus Smart has played 37.8 minutes per game over the last 5 games, 5.9 more than he's played overall this year.The Heat have allowed the least offensive rebounds per game (9.2) in the NBA to opposing squads this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore lead to fewer chances for scoring and assists).Marcus Smart will possess the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing with the home court advantage generally increases player performance for all stats.
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