Marcus Smart has tallied 6.1 assists per game this year, putting him in the company of the best players in the NBA by this standard: 95th percentile.Marcus Smart has tallied 31.1 minutes per game while on his home court this year, ranking in the 83rd percentile -- putting him among the most-utilized players in the league.Without the home court advantage, the Heat have allowed the least offensive rebounds per game (9.2) in the league to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce extra opportunities for scoring and assists).Marcus Smart will hold the home court advantage in this contest. Playing at home usually increases player performance for all stats.
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