Scottie Barnes has tallied 4.4 assists per game over the last 5 games, 0.9 higher than he's tallied over the course of the season.Scottie Barnes has been on the court for 34.7 minutes per game with the home court advantage this year, placing him in the 94th percentile -- seeing the court more than most players in the NBA.The Thunder have played at the 7th-most up-tempo pace in the league over the last 25 games, which ought to lead to increased plays for the Raptors.The Toronto Raptors check in as the 2nd-best offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create new chances for scoring and assists).Scottie Barnes will hold the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home stadium generally raises player production in all stat categories.
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