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This year, the opposing team's starting PGs have tallied 21.2 points per game (2nd-highest in the NBA) against the Pistons, resulting in a positive matchup for offensive output.The 9th-speediest tempo offense in the league over the last 5 games has been the Knicks.The Detroit Pistons have played at the 6th-quickest pace in the league over the last 15 games with the home court advantage, which ought to lead to more opportunities for the Knicks.Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and produce added opportunities for scoring and assists, and the New York Knicks grade out 2nd-best in in the league with 13.8 offensive rebounds per game over the last 20 games.The matchup against the Pistons is a positive one for getting to the free-throw line; the opposition's starting PGs have attempted a monstrous 5.0 free throws per game this year (4th-most in the league).
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