Anfernee Simons has tallied 2.8 personal fouls per game over the last 5 games, 0.8 more than he's tallied in all games this year.The Portland Trail Blazers have been the 6th-least efficient 3-point shooting team in the NBA without the home court advantage this year.Over the last 5 games, the other team's starting PGs have tallied 1.6 three-pointers per game (5th-fewest in the NBA) against the Lakers, making this a challenging matchup.The Los Angeles Lakers have played at the 3rd-slowest tempo in the league over the last 5 games, which ought to decrease opportunities for the Trail Blazers.Anfernee Simons will not hold the home court advantage in this game. Playing away from your home city generally worsens player production across the board.
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