The San Antonio Spurs check in as the 9th-least efficient 3-point shooting team in the NBA this year.This year, opposing starting PGs have averaged 11.3 field goal attempts per game (lowest in the NBA) vs. the Charlotte Hornets, resulting in a difficult matchup.The Hornets have played at the 4th-least up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 10 games, which ought to reduce opportunities for the Spurs.This year, the opposition's starting PGs have attempted 2.9 foul shots per game (3rd-fewest in the NBA) vs. the Charlotte Hornets, finding it difficult to draw fouls.Chris Paul will not receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing away from your home stadium generally lowers stat production across the board.
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