Malik Monk has put up 4.2 assists per game over the last 5 games, 1.3 more than he's put up overall this year.The Sacramento Kings have played at the 3rd-most up-tempo pace in the league over the last 10 games playing at home.The Knicks have allowed the 4th-least offensive rebounds per game (9.3) in the league to the other team this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists).Malik Monk will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home stadium tends to improves player production in all facets of the game.
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