Julius Randle has played 34.2 minutes per game at home this year, placing him in the 91st percentile -- putting him among the most-utilized players in the NBA.This year, the opposing team's starting PFs have averaged 1.8 3-pointers per game (24th-highest in the NBA) vs. the Milwaukee Bucks, creating a favorable matchup.The New York Knicks have played at the 8th-most up-tempo pace in the NBA over the last 5 games.The Knicks are expected to see a spike in opportunities today from being pitted against the 2nd-quickest pace offense in the league over the last 10 games (the Milwaukee Bucks).Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and bring about bonus opportunities for scoring and assists, and the New York Knicks rank 4thbest in in the NBA with 13.0 offensive rebounds per game this year.
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