Ricky Rubio Assists Prop is currently Over/Under 3.5 (-130/-100).
Key Factors
Favors Over
Ricky Rubio has tallied 6.0 assists per game since the start of last season, putting him among the best players in the NBA in this category: 95th percentile.
The Cavaliers have played at the 6th-fastest pace in the league over the last 5 games in their home city, which should lead to increased plays for the Rockets.
Favors Under
Ricky Rubio has committed 0.1 technical fouls per game since the start of last season, making him one of the most most-whistled players in the league when it comes to getting T'ed up (79th percentile).
At home, the Rockets have allowed the 5th-least offensive rebounds per game (11.7) in the league to their opposition this year (which also eliminates additional chances for scoring and assists).
The Cleveland Cavaliers have played at the slowest pace-of-play in the NBA this year.
Ricky Rubio will not enjoy the home court advantage in this game. Playing on the road generally reduces stat production in all stat categories.