The matchup against Charlotte is a strong one; when the Hornets have the home court advantage, they have given up the 6th-most points per game in the NBA to opposing starting SFs over the last 24 games (16.4).The 6th-most up-tempo pace-of-play team in the NBA over the last 20 games has been the Rockets.The Houston Rockets rank as the best offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore create additional chances for scoring and assists).The matchup vs. the Charlotte Hornets is a favorable one for drawing fouls; the opposing team's starting SFs have attempted a monstrous 4.5 foul shots per game this year (most in the NBA).
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