The Orlando Magic have played at the 9th-speediest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 20 games.The Magic are expected to see an increase in possessions in this contest from sharing the court with the 7th-fastest pace-of-play offense in the league over the last 5 games (the New York Knicks).The Magic check in as the 5th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 15 games when playing at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore produce new opportunities for scoring and assists).Away from home, the New York Knicks have given up the 3rd-least offensive boards per game (9.3) in the league to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate additional chances for scoring and assists).This year, opposing clubs have attempted 20.1 free throws per game (4th-lowest in the league) against the New York Knicks, struggling to get to the charity stripe.
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