This year when they are away from home, opposing starting SFs have averaged 0.8 three-pointers per game (fewest in the NBA) against the Mavericks, branding this as a tough matchup.The Pacers will likely see a decline in opportunities in this contest from squaring off against the 7th-slowest pace team in the NBA over the last 5 games (the Mavericks).Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and spark additional chances for scoring and assists, but the Indiana Pacers rank 7thworst in in the league as the away team with only 9.3 offensive boards per game this year.Bennedict Mathurin will not hold the home court advantage in this game. Playing on the road usually lowers player performance in all facets of the game.
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