The Lakers have played at the speediest pace-of-play in the league over the last 20 games, which ought to increase opportunities for the New York Knicks.Offensive rebounds save possession and result in bonus chances for scoring and assists, and the New York Knicks rank 7thbest in in the league with the home court advantage with 15.2 offensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games.Over the last 5 games when they have the home court advantage, opposing clubs have attempted 15.6 foul shots per game (fewest in the league) against the Los Angeles Lakers, struggling to get to the free-throw line.
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