Nikola Jokic has totaled a terrific 10.5 assists per game this season, significantly higher than his 8.9 assists per game last season.Among all players in the league, Nikola Jokic places in the 99th percentile for playing time, logging a whopping 36.4 minutes per game this year.The Nuggets have played at the 5th-fastest pace in the NBA this year.The Nuggets will likely see an increase in possessions in this contest from squaring off against the 5th-fastest pace team in the league over the last 5 games (the Oklahoma City Thunder).Offensive rebounds retain possession and lead to bonus opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Denver Nuggets grade out 8th-best in in the league while playing on the road with 12.1 offensive boards per game over the last 20 games.
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