As it relates to scoring, the Washington Wizards's impressive 49.5% field goal percentage while playing at home places 5th-best in the NBA this year.The matchup vs. Isaiah Hartenstein is a favorable one for shots from behind the three-point arc; when Hartenstein is away from his home court other starting Cs this year, they have sunk a massive 51.4% of their treys (93rd percentile).The Washington Wizards have played at the speediest tempo in the league this year.The New York Knicks have played at the 8th-fastest tempo in the NBA over the last 5 games away from their home city, which should boost possessions for the Wizards.While playing away from home, the Knicks have allowed the 3rd-least offensive boards 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).
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