Jalen Smith has averaged 24.4 minutes per game over the last 5 games, 6.2 higher than he's averaged in all games this year.The Indiana Pacers have played at the speediest pace-of-play in the NBA while playing at home this year.The Indiana Pacers have been the 4th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games playing at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to added chances for scoring and assists).The Knicks have given up the least offensive rebounds per game (8.1) in the NBA to opposing squads over the last 25 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore reduce additional chances for scoring and assists).Jalen Smith will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing on your home court usually boosts player performance in all facets of the game.
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