In terms of 3-pointers, the Raptors's lackluster 11.9 successful threes per game rates 7th-fewest in the league this year.This year when they are the visiting team, the other team's starting PFs have shot 18.6% on 3-pointers (15th-lowest in the NBA) against the New York Knicks, labeling this as a hard matchup.The New York Knicks have played at the most lethargic pace in the NBA on their home court this year, which should reduce possessions for the Toronto Raptors.The matchup against New York is a tough one for getting to the free-throw line; the opposition's starting PFs have attempted a measly 2.6 free throws per game this year when the New York Knicks have the home court advantage (11th-least in the league).Scottie Barnes will likely suffer a reduction in production in all facets of the game in light of playing on the visting team in this game.
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