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This year, opposing starting SGs have shot 51.5% on shots from the field (best in the league) against the Portland Trail Blazers, branding this as a favorable matchup.The Detroit Pistons have played at the 10th-most up-tempo tempo in the NBA over the last 15 games.The Trail Blazers have played at the most up-tempo tempo in the NBA over the last 5 games at home, which ought to increase possessions for the Pistons.The Detroit Pistons check in as the best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to additional chances for scoring and assists).The matchup against the Portland Trail Blazers may be a positive one for drawing fouls; the other team's starting SGs have attempted an enormous 3.2 free throws per game over the last 5 games (8th-most in the NBA).
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