In contrast to last year's 44.0% rate, D'Angelo Russell's scoring efficiency has diminished this year to 38.4%.The matchup against the Bulls is a hard one; they have given up the least points per game in the NBA to the opposing team's starting PGs this year (13.7).The Nets have played at the most lethargic pace-of-play in the NBA this year.Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and generate more chances for scoring and assists, but the Brooklyn Nets grade out 8thworst in in the NBA while on the road with only 10.2 offensive rebounds per game this year.This year when they are the visiting squad, the opposing team's starting PGs have attempted 1.8 foul shots per game (fewest in the league) vs. the Bulls, facing an uphill battle to draw fouls.
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