Daniel Gafford has tallied 3.8 personal fouls per game over the last 5 games, 1.5 more than he's tallied overall this year.The Washington Wizards have played at the 3rd-most sluggish pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 10 games while playing on the road.The Knicks have played at the most sluggish pace in the league over the last 25 games in their home stadium, which ought to lead to decreased possessions for the Wizards.The Washington Wizards check in as the 2nd-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games when playing away from home (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore reduce extra opportunities for scoring and assists).Daniel Gafford will not receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing away from your home city usually worsens player production in all stat categories.
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