Trey Lyles has averaged 5.4 defensive rebounds per game over the last 15 games, 1.5 more than he's averaged overall this season.Trey Lyles has played 26.9 minutes per game over the last 15 games, 6.9 more than he's played over the course of the season.The Sacramento Kings have played at the 3rd-most up-tempo pace in the league over the last 10 games playing at home.The Knicks have allowed the 4th-least offensive rebounds per game (9.3) in the league to the other team this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists).Trey Lyles will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing with the home court advantage generally increases player production in all stat categories.
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