This matchup is a difficult one; when the Wizards are playing at home, they have allowed the 8th-least points per game in the league to opposing teams over the last 15 games (115.7).The Cleveland Cavaliers have played at the least up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA this year.The Wizards have played at the 8th-most lethargic pace in the league over the last 10 games with the home court advantage, which ought to lead to fewer possessions for the Cavaliers.The Cleveland Cavaliers rank as the 4th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate additional chances for scoring and assists).Caris LeVert has converted a measly 69.4% of his foul shots this year, significantly lower than his 77.6 rate last year.
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