Bennedict Mathurin has compiled 1.4 offensive boards per game this year at home, putting him among the hottest players in the league in this category in recent games: 80th percentile.The speediest pace offense in the league over the last 25 games has been the Indiana Pacers.The Pacers will likely see a rise in plays in this contest from competing against the 4th-speediest pace offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (the New York Knicks).While on the road, the New York Knicks have given up the 3rd-least offensive boards per game (9.5) in the NBA to opposing squads this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce extra opportunities for scoring and assists).Bennedict Mathurin will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home stadium tends to improve player performance in all facets of the game.
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