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The matchup against New Orleans is a good one for shot attempts from downtown; when the Pelicans are on their home court, the opposing team's starting PGs have totaled the 2nd-most three attempts per game in the NBA this year (7.5).The 2nd-quickest pace-of-play offense in the league over the last 5 games has been the Portland Trail Blazers.The Pelicans have played at the 2nd-fastest pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games in their home city, which ought to raise plays for the Portland Trail Blazers.The Trail Blazers rank as the best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 15 games while playing on the road (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide new chances for scoring and assists).The matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans is a positive one for getting to the foul line; opposing starting PGs have attempted a monstrous 4.1 free throws per game this year (8th-most in the NBA).
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