Karl-Anthony Towns has compiled 7.1 defensive boards per game away from home since the start of last season, putting him in the 97th percentile -- one of the best in the NBA in this category.Karl-Anthony Towns has averaged 30.0 minutes per game while playing at home this year, putting him in the 78th percentile -- putting him among the most-used players in the NBA.The {OPP_TEAM} are expected to see a spike in possessions in this game from competing against the 5th-quickest tempo team in the league this year (the New Orleans Pelicans).Since the start of last season when they are on the road, opposing squads have collected 9.7 offensive boards per game (5th-fewest in the league) vs. the New Orleans Pelicans (lessening possessions that could otherwise generate additional opportunities for offense).Karl-Anthony Towns is expected to see a spike in production in all facets of the game due to having the home court advantage in this contest.
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