Out of all players in the NBA, Anfernee Simons lands in the 90th percentile for 3-point attempts, compiling 7.2 per game this year.The matchup vs. Memphis is a positive one for 3-point attempts; when the Grizzlies are on their home court, the other team's starting PGs have averaged the 4th-most three attempts per game in the league this year (7.0).The Trail Blazers have played at the 8th-quickest pace-of-play in the league this year.The Portland Trail Blazers are expected to see an increase in possessions in this contest from facing the fastest tempo offense in the league over the last 15 games (the Grizzlies).Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and produce additional opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Trail Blazers rank best in in the NBA with 14.8 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games.
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