Donte DiVincenzo has averaged 1.9 defensive boards per game this year on the road, ranking him among the coldest players in the NBA by this metric over this stretch of games: 16th percentile.The Knicks have played at the 2nd-most lethargic tempo in the NBA this year.The Knicks are expected to experience a decrease in opportunities in this game from squaring off against the 2nd-least up-tempo pace home offense in the league over the last 10 games (the Nets).The Brooklyn Nets have given up the 3rd-most offensive rebounds per game (12.2) in the league to opposing squads over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide new chances for scoring and assists).Donte DiVincenzo will not enjoy the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing away from your home city usually worsens stat production in all stat categories.
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