The Knicks have given up the 2nd-least offensive rebounds per game (13.0) in the league to opposing clubs over the last 5 games (which also eliminates additional opportunities for scoring and assists).The Los Angeles Lakers check in as the 5th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA without the home court advantage this year (which also eliminates additional opportunities for scoring and assists).The Lakers have played at the least up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 25 games, which should decrease opportunities for the Knicks.Thomas Bryant will not possess the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing on the road usually decreases player performance for all stats.
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