The matchup against the Chicago Bulls is a tough one for shot attempts from the field; the opposing team's starting SGs have averaged the least field goal attempts per game in the NBA this year (10.6).The Chicago Bulls have played at the 6th-least up-tempo pace-of-play in the league since the start of last season, which ought to reduce possessions for the Thunder.The Thunder have been the 2nd-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league since the start of last season (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate additional opportunities for scoring and assists).Out of all players in the NBA, Cason Wallace measures in the 10th percentile for getting to the charity stripe, tallying a mere 0.4 free throw attempts per game without the home court advantage since the start of last season.This year, the opposing team's starting SGs have attempted 1.7 free throws per game (fewest in the league) vs. the Chicago Bulls, finding it difficult to get to the charity stripe.
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