Tyus Jones has tallied 5.4 assists per game this year, ranking him in the 93rd percentile -- among the best in the league in this category over this stretch.Among all players in the NBA, Tyus Jones comes in at the 11th percentile for personal fouls, posting a lowly 0.8 fouls per game playing at home this year.The Washington Wizards have played at the speediest tempo in the league this year.The New York Knicks have played at the 8th-fastest tempo in the NBA over the last 5 games away from their home city, which should boost possessions for the Wizards.While playing away from home, the Knicks have allowed the 3rd-least offensive boards per game (9.3) in the NBA to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists).
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