RJ Barrett has averaged 2.8 assists per game this year, placing him in the 76th percentile -- among the best in the league by this metric in recent games.RJ Barrett has averaged 33.4 minutes per game this year, putting him among the most-utilized players in the NBA: 90th percentile.The Heat have played at the 9th-fastest pace in the league over the last 5 games without the home court advantage, which ought to lead to more possessions for the Knicks.The New York Knicks rank as the 3rd-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore create additional opportunities for scoring and assists).The Heat have allowed the least offensive rebounds per game (9.1) in the league to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce additional opportunities for scoring and assists).
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