Domantas Sabonis has been on the court for 33.9 minutes per game this year, ranking among the most used players in the NBA: 92nd percentile.The matchup vs. New York is a positive one for three-pointers; when the Knicks are away from home, the opposition's starting Cs have averaged the 28th-most three-pointers per game in the NBA this year (0.9).The Sacramento Kings have played at the 3rd-most up-tempo pace in the league over the last 10 games playing at home.The Knicks have allowed the 4th-least offensive rebounds per game (9.3) in the league to the other team this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists).Domantas Sabonis will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home city tends to increases player performance in all stat categories.
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