The matchup against New York is a strong one for attempts from downtown; when the Knicks are on the road, the other team's starting SFs have totaled the 23rd-most three attempts per game in the NBA this year (5.5).The Portland Trail Blazers have been the 2nd-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games while at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore produce additional chances for scoring and assists).The Knicks have given up the 4th-least offensive rebounds per game (9.3) in the NBA to the other team this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore reduce additional opportunities for scoring and assists).
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