The 2nd-most lethargic pace-of-play offense in the league this year has been the Denver Nuggets.The Denver Nuggets will likely suffer a drop-off in plays in this game from facing the least up-tempo pace-of-play offense in the league over the last 15 games (the Charlotte Hornets).Over the last 15 games, opposing clubs have come down with 12.0 offensive boards per game (3rd-highest in the NBA) against the Charlotte Hornets (preserving possessions that can bring about more chances for offense).As a team, the Nuggets have been bad at drawing fouls: 3rd-worst in the league this year, averaging just 20.3 foul shot attempts per game.This matchup is a good one for drawing fouls; their opposition has attempted a colossal 24.0 free throws per game this year (7th-most in the league).
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