Marcus Smart has compiled a measly 4.3 assists per game this season, quite a bit less than his 6.0 assists per game last season.Relative to last season's 0.1 mark, Marcus Smart's technical fouls have jumped this season to 0.3 per game.The Memphis Grizzlies will likely experience a decrease in plays in this contest from sharing the court with the 2nd-most sluggish pace team in the NBA this year (the Phoenix Suns).The Grizzlies have been the worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore lead to fewer opportunities for scoring and assists).Over the last 25 games, their opposition has brought down 11.1 offensive rebounds per game (9th-highest in the league) against the Suns (continuing possessions that can create bonus opportunities for offense).
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