Sam Merrill Assists Prop is currently Over/Under 1.5 (-125/-105).
The money has been on the Under as it opened 1.5 @ +100 before it was bet down to 1.5 @ -105.
FACTORS THAT FAVOR THE OVER:
The Cleveland Cavaliers have played at the 4th-speediest pace in the league over the last 25 games playing at home.
The Cavaliers are expected to get a boost in plays today from facing the 5th-quickest tempo away offense in the NBA over the last 25 games (the Mavericks).
Sam Merrill will possess the home court advantage in this game. Playing at home tends to improve stat production for all stats.
FACTORS THAT FAVOR THE UNDER:
Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and bring about further chances for scoring and assists, but the Cleveland Cavaliers grade out 6thworst in in the league on their home court with a mere 9.7 offensive boards per game this year.