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The matchup vs. the Rockets is a challenging one; they have allowed the least points per game in the league to the other team's starting SGs over the last 20 games (12.6).The 9th-slowest pace team in the NBA over the last 5 games has been the Spurs.The Houston Rockets have played at the 8th-least up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games, which ought to reduce plays for the San Antonio Spurs.The San Antonio Spurs have been the 10th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league playing at home since the start of last season (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore lead to fewer opportunities for scoring and assists).The matchup against Houston may be a hard one for getting to the free-throw line; the opposing team's starting SGs have attempted a measly 1.0 free throws per game over the last 5 games when the Houston Rockets are the visiting team (4th-least in the league).
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