Since the start of last season when they are away from home, opposing teams have tallied 38.8 3-point attempts per game (highest in the NBA) vs. the Rockets, designating this as a favorable matchup.The Lakers are expected to suffer a reduction in opportunities in this contest from squaring off against the least up-tempo pace home offense in the NBA this year (the Rockets).The Lakers have been the 9th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league on their home court since the start of last season (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists).Since the start of last season when they are away from home, opposing clubs have attempted 24.2 free throws per game (9th-most in the league) vs. the Rockets, easily managing to get to the charity stripe.
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