Nikola Jokic has totaled a terrific 9.4 assists per game this year, a significant increase from his 10.6 assists per game last year.Nikola Jokic has been on the court for 33.3 minutes per game while playing at home this year, ranking him in the 88th percentile -- seeing the court more than most players in the NBA.The Nuggets rank as the 3rd-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide new opportunities for scoring and assists).On the road, the Houston Rockets have given up the 4th-least offensive rebounds per game (9.6) in the NBA to opposing clubs since the start of last season (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists).Nikola Jokic will hold the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing with the home court advantage generally improves player production in all stat categories.
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