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_name_17 (assists INTEGER, name VARCHAR, points VARCHAR)
### Question:
What is the smallest number of assists for Ben Duggan with less than 7 points?
### Answer:
SELECT MIN(assists) FROM table_name_17 WHERE name = "ben duggan" AND points < 7