This year when they are on their home court, opposing teams have totaled 10.6 threes per game (fewest in the league) vs. the Trail Blazers, labeling this as a difficult matchup.The Portland Trail Blazers have played at the 6th-speediest pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games, which ought to increase possessions for the New York Knicks.Offensive rebounds continue possession and result in bonus opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Knicks grade out 3rdbest in in the NBA with 13.0 offensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games.Josh Hart will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing at home usually improves player production in all stat categories.
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