The matchup against the Portland Trail Blazers is a tough one for 3-pointers; the opposing team's starting PGs have put up the 13th-lowest 3-point rate in the league this year (29.8%).The Portland Trail Blazers have played at the 2nd-most lethargic pace in the NBA over the last 5 games, which ought to decrease possessions for the Detroit Pistons.Over the last 5 games, their opposition has nabbed 11.4 offensive boards per game (7th-most in the league) vs. the Trail Blazers (lengthening possessions that can generate extra chances for offense).
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