The Knicks are expected to get a boost in opportunities in this game from squaring off against the 4th-most up-tempo tempo home team in the NBA over the last 5 games (the Pistons).The Knicks rank as the 2nd-best offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide new chances for scoring and assists).Away from home, the Pistons have given up the 9th-least offensive rebounds per game (10.3) in the NBA to the other team this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore lead to fewer chances for scoring and assists).Since the start of last season when they are on the road, the opposing team's starting SGs have attempted 3.7 free throws per game (26th-highest in the NBA) against the Detroit Pistons, making it fairly effortless to get to the free-throw line.Quentin Grimes ought to see a spike in productivity in all stat categories due to controlling the home court advantage in this game.
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