Marcus Smart has tallied 4.1 assists per game while playing away from home since the start of last season, ranking him in the 84th percentile -- among the best in the NBA by this metric.The most up-tempo pace-of-play team in the league over the last 5 games has been the Grizzlies.The Golden State Warriors have played at the 7th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games, which ought to boost plays for the Grizzlies.The Grizzlies check in as the 7th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to added opportunities for scoring and assists).
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