Out of all players in the league, Fred VanVleet lands in the 100th percentile for playing time, putting up a colossal 37.1 minutes per game this year.The Houston Rockets have been the 7th-most efficient shooting team in the league over the last 5 games.The Los Angeles Lakers have played at the quickest pace in the NBA over the last 20 games while traveling, which ought to lead to more opportunities for the Rockets.With the home court advantage, the Lakers have allowed the 10th-least offensive rebounds per game (10.3) in the NBA to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce additional opportunities for scoring and assists).Over the last 5 games, opposing starting PGs have attempted 6.6 foul shots per game (27th-highest in the league) against the Lakers, easily managing to get to the charity stripe.
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