Home-court advantage in the NBA has declined from 60% to 54% over the past five years, with an increasing focus on 3-point shooting as a key factor in determining game outcomes. While home teams historically had an advantage when making more 3s, the trend has shifted this season with both home and road teams winning at a similar rate in such scenarios. Despite the potential for exploiting this trend in gambling, sportsbooks have adjusted accordingly, making it a trend to monitor.
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Jimmy Butler's pass to Jonathan Kuminga in a critical moment of the game against the Lakers raised questions about his offensive assertiveness, but his overall impact on the Warriors has been significant. Butler's arrival stabilized the team and improved their performance in non-Curry minutes. Despite concerns about his scoring approach, Butler's numbers and influence on teammates like Moses Moody and Brandin Podziemski have been essential for the Warriors. While he may need to ramp up...
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