Royce O'Neale has tallied 2.9 personal fouls per game while playing on the road this year, ranking him in the 91st percentile -- among the league's most-whistled.The Brooklyn Nets have played at the 10th-most lethargic pace in the NBA over the last 5 games when playing away from home.The Knicks have played at the least up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 25 games, which ought to reduce opportunities for the Nets.The Brooklyn Nets check in as the worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce additional chances for scoring and assists).Royce O'Neale will not receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing away from your home court tends to worsens player production in all stat categories.
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