Royce O'Neale has posted 5.0 assists per game over the last 5 games, 1.3 higher than he's posted in all games this year.Royce O'Neale has played 31.0 minutes per game when playing at home this year, placing him in the 82nd percentile -- ranking among the most used players in the NBA.The Magic have played at the 3rd-speediest pace in the league over the last 5 games while traveling, which ought to raise opportunities for the Nets.The Magic have given up the 2nd-least offensive rebounds per game (8.8) in the NBA to opposing squads over the last 20 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce further opportunities for scoring and assists).Royce O'Neale will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing with the home court advantage usually boosts stat production in all facets of the game.
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