The Oklahoma City Thunder will likely suffer a drop-off in plays today from competing against the 4th-most sluggish pace-of-play team in the NBA this year (the Knicks).The Oklahoma City Thunder rank as the worst offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate extra chances for scoring and assists).Cason Wallace has attempted 0.4 free throws per game this year, placing him in the 13th percentile out of all players in the NBA.Over the last 10 games when they are the visiting team, the opposition's starting SGs have attempted 1.9 foul shots per game (3rd-fewest in the NBA) against the New York Knicks, facing an uphill battle to draw fouls.Cason Wallace will not have the home court advantage in this contest. Playing away from your home court usually reduces stat production in all stat categories.
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