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This year when they are the visiting team, opposing starting PFs have averaged 18.6% on threes (weakest in the league) vs. the New York Knicks, identifying this as a hard matchup.The Nuggets have played at the 2nd-most lethargic pace in the league over the last 15 games.The Knicks have played at the 4th-most lethargic pace in the NBA over the last 15 games, which ought to reduce opportunities for the Nuggets.The Denver Nuggets have been the worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 25 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate additional chances for scoring and assists).The matchup vs. New York is a difficult one for getting to the free-throw line; the other team's starting PFs have attempted a lowly 2.6 free throws per game this year when the Knicks are playing at home (5th-least in the league).
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