Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_17309500_1 (assists VARCHAR, blocks VARCHAR)
### Question:
Name the total number of assists for 77 blocks
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(assists) FROM table_17309500_1 WHERE blocks = "77"