Gary Payton II has converted 38.5% of his attempts from downtown since the start of last season, placing him in the 89th percentile out of all players in the NBA.The Portland Trail Blazers rank as the 7th-most efficient 3-point shooting team in the league this year.The Trail Blazers have played at the speediest pace in the league away from their home court this year, which ought to increase plays for the Lakers.Gary Payton II will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing at home tends to raises stat production across the board.
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