Among all players in the NBA, Josh Hart ranks in the 96th percentile for playing time, averaging a colossal 36.8 minutes per game this year.The New York Knicks will likely see a rise in plays in this game from squaring off against the fastest pace-of-play team in the league this year (the Chicago Bulls).The Knicks rank as the 2nd-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA when playing at home since the start of last season (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide added chances for scoring and assists).This year, opposing starting SFs have attempted 4.5 foul shots per game (2nd-highest in the league) against the Bulls, easily managing to get to the foul line.Josh Hart should get a boost in effectiveness across the board as a result of possessing the home court advantage in this contest.
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