Compared to last season's 51.2% rate, Austin Reaves's shooting effectiveness has tailed off this season to 42.9%.This matchup is a favorable one for three-point attempts; when the Houston Rockets are on their home court, opposing clubs have tallied the most three attempts per game in the league against them since the start of last season (38.6).The Houston Rockets have played at the 3rd-most sluggish tempo in the league at home this year, which should reduce plays for the Lakers.The Lakers check in as the worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA at home this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce extra chances for scoring and assists).Austin Reaves has converted a lowly 2.6 free throws per game this year, significantly less than his 3.5 mark last year.
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