Julius Randle has compiled 8.1 defensive rebounds per game while at home this year, placing him in the 99th percentile -- among the NBA's leaders by this metric.Julius Randle has played 33.4 minutes per game this year, putting him among the most-used players in the league: 88th percentile.In contrast to last season's 0.1 rate, Julius Randle's technical fouls have diminished this season to 0.0 per game.The Knicks are expected to get a boost in opportunities in this game from squaring off against the 4th-most up-tempo tempo home team in the NBA over the last 5 games (the Pistons).The Knicks rank as the 2nd-best offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide new chances for scoring and assists).
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