The matchup vs. the Indiana Pacers is a positive one; they have given up the most points per game in the NBA to opposing starting SGs this year (19.0).The 6th-fastest pace team in the league this year has been the Oklahoma City Thunder.The Thunder will likely see a rise in possessions in this contest from sharing the court with the 9th-quickest pace team in the NBA this year (the Pacers).Offensive rebounds preserve possession and spark additional opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Oklahoma City Thunder rank 5th-best in in the NBA away from their home court with 12.8 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games.The matchup against Indiana is a strong one for drawing fouls; the other team's starting SGs have attempted a massive 5.3 free throws per game this year when the Indiana Pacers are on their home court (most in the league).
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