The matchup vs. New Orleans is a difficult one; when the Pelicans are away from home, they have given up the 7th-least points per game in the NBA to the other team's starting PGs this year (16.7).The showdown with Jose Alvarado places in the 10th percentile with the other team's starting PGs scoring a mere 32.4% of their three-point shots this year.The Detroit Pistons rank as the 10th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 15 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore lead to fewer chances for scoring and assists).The matchup against Jose Alvarado is a tough one for drawing fouls; when Alvarado is on the visiting team and guarding opposing starting PGs this year, they have attempted a lowly 3.3 foul shots per game (17th percentile).
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