Karl-Anthony Towns has compiled 6.8 defensive boards per game since the start of last season, putting him in the company of the best players in the league by this standard: 95th percentile.Karl-Anthony Towns has played 32.6 minutes per game since the start of last season, ranking among the most used players in the NBA: 84th percentile.The Knicks are expected to see an increase in possessions today from squaring off against the 4th-quickest tempo offense in the NBA since the start of last season (the Indiana Pacers).Offensive rebounds continue possession and spark bonus opportunities for scoring and assists, and the New York Knicks rank best in in the NBA with 12.7 offensive rebounds per game since the start of last season.Karl-Anthony Towns will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing at home tends to raise player production for all stats.
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