Talen Horton-Tucker has put up an impressive 5.6 assists per game this year, significantly higher than his 3.8 assists per game last year.The 6th-quickest pace offense in the NBA over the last 5 games has been the Jazz.The Memphis Grizzlies have played at the 8th-fastest pace-of-play in the league at home this year, which should increase opportunities for the Jazz.Offensive rebounds save possession and generate further opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Jazz grade out 1stbest in in the league with 15.3 offensive rebounds per game this year.While at home, the Memphis Grizzlies have allowed the 4th-least offensive boards per game (8.0) in the NBA to opposing clubs this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate extra chances for scoring and assists).
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