Julius Randle has averaged 9.9 rebounds per game this year, ranking him among the best players in the league by this standard: 98th percentile.Julius Randle has played 35.2 minutes per game on his home court this year, ranking him in the 96th percentile -- some of the highest playing time of any player in the NBA.The New York Knicks check in as the 4th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore create new chances for scoring and assists).The Pelicans have given up the least offensive rebounds per game (9.2) in the NBA to the other team this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce extra opportunities for scoring and assists).Julius Randle will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home stadium usually improves stat production in all stat categories.
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