The matchup against the Trail Blazers is a tough one for attempts from downtown; the opposition's starting PFs have totaled the least 3-point attempts per game in the NBA this year (3.4).The Trail Blazers have played at the 5th-least up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games, which should lead to decreased plays for the Warriors.The Golden State Warriors rank as the 5th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 10 games on the road (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore lead to fewer chances for scoring and assists).While on their home court, the Trail Blazers have given up the 7th-least offensive rebounds per game (12.2) in the league to the other team over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists).The matchup vs. Jerami Grant is a tough one for drawing fouls; when matched up against fellow starting PFs this year, they have attempted just 3.8 free throws per game (90th percentile).
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