This year when they are the visiting squad, the opposing team's starting PFs have shot 18.6% on three-pointers (worst in the league) against the New York Knicks, marking this as a tough matchup.The Knicks have played at the 3rd-most lethargic tempo in the league over the last 15 games in their home stadium, which ought to reduce opportunities for the Indiana Pacers.Offensive rebounds save possession and result in further opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Indiana Pacers grade out 1stworst in in the NBA with just 7.4 offensive boards per game over the last 15 games.This year when they are away from home, opposing starting PFs have attempted 2.6 foul shots per game (5th-fewest in the NBA) against the New York Knicks, making it tough to get to the charity stripe.Pascal Siakam ought to experience a decrease in efficiency in all stat categories on account of playing on the visting team in this matchup.
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