T.J. McConnell has averaged a mere 4.4 assists per game this year, quite a bit lower than his 5.5 assists per game last year.The Knicks have played at the 3rd-most lethargic tempo in the league over the last 15 games in their home stadium, which ought to reduce opportunities for the Indiana Pacers.Offensive rebounds save possession and result in further opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Indiana Pacers grade out 1stworst in in the NBA with just 7.4 offensive boards per game over the last 15 games.T.J. McConnell will not have the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing without the home court advantage tends to lower player performance for all stats.
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