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Patterson had nine rebounds in a start on Wednesday, but is averaging 4.3 rebounds since joining the Kings, and that's exactly where his career average also stands. "He knows that he needs to work on that and I shared that with him when he first arrived," Smart said. Patterson could continue to start if DeMarcus Cousins (thigh) has to miss more time, and he had 14 points, nine boards and a steal in just 20 minutes during Wednesday's blowout win over Chicago.