Julius Randle has averaged 8.1 defensive rebounds per game this year, putting him in the company of the best players in the league in this category: 99th percentile.Julius Randle has averaged 34.8 minutes per game with the home court advantage this year, placing him in the 94th percentile -- ranking among the most used players in the NBA.The New York Knicks rank as the 3rd-best offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore create new chances for scoring and assists).Without the home court advantage, the Cavaliers have given up the 3rd-least offensive rebounds per game (9.3) in the NBA to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore lead to fewer chances for scoring and assists).Julius Randle will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home city generally raises player production for all stats.
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