Over the last 25 games when they are on their home court, opposing squads have totaled 36.6 three attempts per game (2nd-most in the NBA) vs. the Knicks, resulting in a positive matchup.The 6th-most sluggish pace-of-play home team in the league over the last 15 games has been the Hornets.The Charlotte Hornets are expected to suffer a reduction in possessions in this game from being pitted against the 4th-least up-tempo pace team in the league this year (the New York Knicks).The Hornets have been the 4th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate extra opportunities for scoring and assists).
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