Anthony Davis has posted 8.2 defensive rebounds per game over the last 10 games, 1.0 higher than he's posted overall this season.Anthony Davis has averaged 34.6 minutes per game this year, putting him among the most-utilized players in the league: 96th percentile.The Los Angeles Lakers have played at the most up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games.The Knicks have given up the 4th-least offensive rebounds 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).Anthony Davis will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing with the home court advantage tends to improves player performance across the board.
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