Mikal Bridges has posted 4.6 assists per game over the last 5 games with the home court advantage, 1.0 more than he's posted over the course of the season at home.Out of all players in the league, Mikal Bridges slots into the 100th percentile for playing time, putting up an enormous 38.6 minutes per game this year.The Knicks are expected to see a rise in plays in this contest from being pitted against the most up-tempo tempo team in the league this year (the Memphis Grizzlies).The Knicks rank as the 3rd-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 20 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore create added chances for scoring and assists).Mikal Bridges will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home stadium tends to boost player production in all facets of the game.
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