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The matchup vs. Charlotte is a positive one; when the Charlotte Hornets are the visiting squad, they have given up the 4th-most points per game in the league to opposing starting SFs over the last 5 games (22.3).The Jazz have played at the 2nd-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 25 games.The Hornets have played at the 6th-quickest tempo in the NBA over the last 19 games on the road, which ought to boost opportunities for the Utah Jazz.Offensive rebounds maintain possession and bring about added opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Utah Jazz rank 6th-best in in the NBA at home with 12.9 offensive boards per game this year.The matchup against the Hornets is a favorable one for drawing fouls; opposing starting SFs have attempted a monstrous 4.5 foul shots per game this year (most in the NBA).
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