This year when they have the home court advantage, opposing starting SGs have averaged 34.7% on shot attempts from the field (weakest in the league) against the Oklahoma City Thunder, resulting in a tough matchup.The Pacers are expected to experience a decrease in possessions in this game from squaring off against the 10th-least up-tempo pace-of-play offense in the league over the last 20 games (the Oklahoma City Thunder).The Pacers have been the worst offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 25 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate extra opportunities for scoring and assists).Over the last 20 games, the opposition's starting SGs have attempted 1.9 foul shots per game (fewest in the league) vs. the Oklahoma City Thunder, finding it difficult to get to the free-throw line.
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