Rudy Gobert has averaged 2.8 assists per game over the last 5 games, 1.0 higher than he's averaged in all games this year.Out of all players in the league, Rudy Gobert places in the 90th percentile for playing time, compiling a whopping 33.1 minutes per game this year.The Wizards have played at the 4th-most up-tempo tempo in the NBA this year, which ought to increase possessions for the Timberwolves.The Timberwolves rank as the 5th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games as the home team (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide new opportunities for scoring and assists).Rudy Gobert will have the home court advantage in this contest. Playing on your home court tends to boost player performance across the board.
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