The Cleveland Cavaliers have played at the 6th-most sluggish tempo in the league since the start of last season.The Knicks have played at the slowest pace in the league since the start of last season, which ought to lead to fewer plays for the Cavaliers.Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and result in further opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Cavaliers rank 2ndworst in in the NBA away from home with just 8.8 offensive rebounds per game since the start of last season.Sam Merrill is expected to suffer a reduction in efficiency in all facets of the game as a result of playing on the visting team in this game.
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