Evan Mobley has tallied 2.7 personal fouls per game since the start of last season, making him one of the most foul-prone players in the league (91st percentile).The Cleveland Cavaliers have played at the 6th-most sluggish tempo in the league since the start of last season.The Knicks have played at the slowest pace in the league since the start of last season, which ought to lead to fewer plays for the Cavaliers.Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and result in further opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Cavaliers rank 2ndworst in in the NBA away from home with just 8.8 offensive rebounds per game since the start of last season.Evan Mobley will not enjoy the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing away from your home court generally lowers player production in all stat categories.
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