The matchup against New York is a strong one for 3-point shots; when the Knicks are the visiting team, opposing starting PFs have posted the 2nd-highest 3-point rate in the league this year (47.7%).The Suns rank as the 6th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide new opportunities for scoring and assists).Among all players in the NBA, Royce O'Neale lands in the 100th percentile for foul-shot effectiveness while playing at home with a terrific 100.0% rate this year.Over the last 5 games, the opposition's starting PFs have attempted 5.2 foul shots per game (5th-highest in the NBA) vs. the New York Knicks, easily managing to get to the free-throw line.Royce O'Neale figures to get a boost in efficiency in all stat categories as a result of controlling the home court advantage in this matchup.
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