Julius Randle has sunk an impressive 2.8 three-pointers per game this year, quite a bit higher than his 1.7 rate last year.Julius Randle has tallied 34.7 minutes per game while at home this year, ranking in the 93rd percentile -- putting him among the most-utilized players in the NBA.The matchup vs. the Cavaliers is a positive one for three-pointers; opposing starting PFs have totaled the 29th-most three-point shots per game in the NBA this year (1.9).The New York Knicks check in as the 3rd-best offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to added chances for scoring and assists).Without the home court advantage, the Cavaliers have allowed the 3rd-least offensive rebounds per game (9.4) in the league to the other team this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce further opportunities for scoring and assists).
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