Sam Merrill has averaged 2.2 assists per game over the last 5 games, 1.0 higher than he's averaged in all games this season.The Spurs have played at the speediest tempo in the NBA over the last 10 games, which should raise possessions for the Cavaliers.The Cleveland Cavaliers have been the 3rd-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 10 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore produce added opportunities for scoring and assists).Away from home, the Spurs have given up the 9th-least offensive rebounds per game (10.2) in the league to opposing clubs this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce further opportunities for scoring and assists).Sam Merrill figures to see an increase in effectiveness in all stat categories as a result of possessing the home court advantage in this game.
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