The matchup vs. Houston is a strong one; when the Rockets are the visiting squad, they have given up the 30th-most points per game in the league to the opposing team's starting PFs this year (23.3).The Golden State Warriors have played at the 9th-quickest tempo in the NBA over the last 5 games.Offensive rebounds save possession and produce more chances for scoring and assists, and the Warriors rank 14thbest in in the NBA while on their home court with 14.3 offensive boards per game this year.Over the last 5 games, opposing squads have captured 8.6 offensive boards per game (4th-lowest in the league) vs. the Rockets (lessening possessions that could otherwise bring about additional chances for offense).This year when they have the home court advantage, the opposing team's starting PFs have attempted 6.8 foul shots per game (30th-highest in the league) against the Houston Rockets, easily managing to get to the free-throw line.
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