Sam Merrill has averaged 2.4 assists per game over the last 5 games, 1.0 higher than he's averaged in all games this season.The 9th-quickest pace offense in the league this year has been the Cavaliers.The Cavaliers are expected to see an increase in opportunities in this game from facing the 8th-most up-tempo pace team in the league over the last 5 games (the Spurs).Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and bring about extra opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Cleveland Cavaliers grade out 4th-best in in the NBA with 12.3 offensive rebounds per game over the last 10 games.
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