James Harden has put up 4.4 defensive rebounds per game this year, ranking him in the 84th percentile -- among the league leaders in this category over this stretch.James Harden has averaged 33.6 minutes per game this year, some of the highest playing time of any player in the NBA: 91st percentile.The LA Clippers have been the 7th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 13 games on their home court (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide new opportunities for scoring and assists).The New York Knicks have given up the 4th-least offensive rebounds per game (10.1) in the NBA to opposing squads this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce further opportunities for scoring and assists).James Harden figures to get a boost in production in all stat categories as a result of controlling the home court advantage in this matchup.
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