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The matchup against Detroit is a positive one; when the Detroit Pistons have the home court advantage, they have allowed the most points per game in the league to the opposing team's starting SFs over the last 16 games (19.5).The Pistons have played at the 9th-fastest pace in the NBA over the last 5 games at home, which ought to boost possessions for the Orlando Magic.The Magic rank as the 7th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA without the home court advantage this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore lead to added chances for scoring and assists).Over the last 16 games when they are the visiting team, the opposition's starting SFs have attempted 4.4 free throws per game (2nd-most in the NBA) against the Detroit Pistons, easily managing to draw fouls.
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