Scotty Pippen Jr. has totaled 5.9 assists per game this year, putting him in the 94th percentile -- among the NBA's hottest by this metric in recent games.The Grizzlies have played at the most up-tempo pace in the league over the last 15 games.The Trail Blazers have played at the 8th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA this year, which should lead to more possessions for the Grizzlies.Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and result in additional opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Memphis Grizzlies grade out 7th-best in in the NBA with 12.9 offensive rebounds per game over the last 10 games.Scotty Pippen Jr. will enjoy the home court advantage in this contest. Playing at home generally boosts player performance for all stats.
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