The matchup against Charlotte is a strong one for threes; when the Charlotte Hornets are the visiting team, the opposition's starting PFs have averaged the 30th-most threes per game in the league this year (2.2).The Charlotte Hornets have played at the 6th-fastest pace in the NBA while traveling this year, which should boost possessions for the Nets.Offensive rebounds retain possession and spark further opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Brooklyn Nets grade out 7thbest in in the NBA away from their home court with 11.9 offensive rebounds per game this year.This year when they have the home court advantage, opposing teams have nabbed 9.4 offensive rebounds per game (4th-fewest in the league) vs. the Hornets (losing possessions that could otherwise generate more chances for offense).The matchup against the Charlotte Hornets may be a favorable one for drawing fouls; opposing starting PFs have attempted a colossal 5.8 free throws per game over the last 5 games (28th-most in the NBA).
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