In comparison to last year's 21.5 clip, Darius Garland's points per game have decreased this year to 17.8.This year when they are on their home court, the other team's starting PGs have totaled 4.9 3-point attempts per game (3rd-lowest in the league) vs. the Magic, resulting in a hard matchup.The Cavaliers have played at the 3rd-slowest tempo in the NBA over the last 20 games at home.The Orlando Magic have played at the 5th-least up-tempo pace in the league this year, which ought to reduce possessions for the Cavaliers.The Cavaliers rank as the 2nd-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 20 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce additional opportunities for scoring and assists).
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