Obi Toppin has compiled a terrific 1.8 assists per game this year, significantly higher than his 0.9 assists per game last year.Relative to last year's 14.9 rate, Obi Toppin's playing time has surged this year to 27.7 minutes per game.The Indiana Pacers have played at the speediest pace-of-play in the league this year.The Pistons have played at the 4th-fastest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games on their home court, which ought to lead to increased plays for the Indiana Pacers.This year when they are the visiting squad, opposing teams have secured 10.1 offensive rebounds per game (7th-lowest in the NBA) vs. the Pistons (minimizing possessions that could otherwise generate added opportunities for offense).
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