Out of all players in the league, Kyle Kuzma lands in the 81st percentile for playing time, tallying a massive 30.8 minutes per game this year.The Washington Wizards have played at the speediest tempo in the league this year.The New York Knicks have played at the 8th-fastest tempo in the NBA over the last 5 games away from their home city, which should boost possessions for the Wizards.While playing away from home, the Knicks have allowed the 3rd-least offensive boards per game (9.3) in the NBA to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists).Kyle Kuzma figures to get a boost in output in all stat categories as a result of possessing the home court advantage in this game.
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