Russell Westbrook has compiled 6.3 assists per game this year, ranking in the 96th percentile -- one of the best in the NBA by this metric recently.The Nuggets have played at the 4th-fastest pace in the league over the last 10 games.The Pistons have played at the 8th-speediest pace-of-play in the league over the last 10 games, which should boost opportunities for the Denver Nuggets.Offensive rebounds maintain possession and bring about extra chances for scoring and assists, and the Nuggets rank 9th-best in in the NBA at home with 11.2 offensive rebounds per game over the last 13 games.Russell Westbrook figures to get a boost in productivity in all stat categories considering controlling the home court advantage in this matchup.
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