The matchup vs. the Bulls is a difficult one for threes; the opposition's starting Cs have put up the 13th-lowest 3-point rate in the league this year (25.5%).The Bulls have played at the 3rd-most sluggish pace-of-play in the league over the last 20 games, which should decrease possessions for the Hawks.With the home court advantage, the Bulls have allowed the 5th-most offensive rebounds per game (12.0) in the NBA to opposing teams over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create additional chances for scoring and assists).As a team, the Atlanta Hawks have been bad at getting to the free throw line: 9th-worst in the NBA this year, totaling a lowly 22.4 foul shots per game.Clint Capela will not enjoy the home court advantage in this contest. Playing while traveling tends to reduces stat production in all stat categories.
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