This year, opposing starting SGs have shot 38.4% on field goal attempts (14th-worst in the NBA) against the Golden State Warriors, designating this as a difficult matchup.Offensive rebounds continue possession and create further chances for scoring and assists, but the Phoenix Suns rank 1stworst in in the league with a mere 7.9 offensive rebounds per game over the last 15 games.Over the last 20 games when they are the visiting squad, the other team has come down with 11.5 offensive boards per game (6th-most in the NBA) against the Warriors (continuing possessions that can result in additional chances for offense).Over the last 5 games when they are the visiting team, the opposing team's starting SGs have attempted 1.0 free throws per game (13th-fewest in the league) against the Warriors, making it tough to get to the foul line.Bradley Beal will not hold the home court advantage in this contest. Playing away from your home court generally lowers player performance across the board.
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