Karl-Anthony Towns has totaled an impressive 10.3 defensive rebounds per game this season, a sizeable increase from his 6.8 defensive rebounds per game last season.Out of all players in the league, Karl-Anthony Towns places in the 90th percentile for playing time, compiling a massive 33.3 minutes per game playing at home this year.The Atlanta Hawks have played at the speediest tempo in the NBA over the last 20 games, which should boost opportunities for the New York Knicks.The Knicks have been the 5th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 25 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore produce added opportunities for scoring and assists).Karl-Anthony Towns will likely see an increase in production for all stats considering controlling the home court advantage in this game.
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