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The matchup against Utah is a favorable one; when the Utah Jazz are on their home court, they have allowed the most points per game in the NBA to the opposing team's starting PFs this year (24.0).The Jazz have played at the 6th-most up-tempo tempo in the NBA since the start of last season, which should increase plays for the Trail Blazers.Offensive rebounds retain possession and generate extra chances for scoring and assists, and the Portland Trail Blazers rank 2nd-best in in the NBA with 13.4 offensive rebounds per game since the start of last season.The matchup against Utah is a strong one for getting to the free-throw line; the other team's starting PFs have attempted a colossal 5.6 foul shots per game this year when the Jazz have the home court advantage (most in the NBA).
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