Dennis Smith Jr. has averaged 25.8 minutes per game over the last 5 games, 5.7 higher than he's averaged in all games this season.This year, opposing teams have totaled 11.4 three-pointers per game (3rd-fewest in the league) against the Portland Trail Blazers, resulting in a difficult matchup.The Brooklyn Nets will likely see a rise in plays in this contest from facing the 10th-quickest pace-of-play team in the league over the last 10 games (the Portland Trail Blazers).The Nets check in as the best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 25 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide additional opportunities for scoring and assists).
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