This year when they are away from home, the other team's starting PFs have shot 18.6% on threes (worst in the NBA) vs. the New York Knicks, marking this as a hard matchup.The Indiana Pacers are expected to see a decline in possessions today from squaring off against the most lethargic pace-of-play team in the league since the start of last season (the New York Knicks).The Indiana Pacers check in as the 10th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA on the road since the start of last season (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists).This year when they are the visiting squad, opposing starting PFs have attempted 2.6 foul shots per game (5th-fewest in the NBA) vs. the Knicks, facing an uphill battle to get to the foul line.Pascal Siakam will not enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing away from your home city tends to reduce player performance in all stat categories.
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