Gary Trent Jr. has attempted 7.7 shots from downtown per game this year, putting him in the 96th percentile among all players in the NBA.Gary Trent Jr. has averaged 33.8 minutes per game while playing on the road this year, ranking in the 92nd percentile -- some of the highest playing time of any player in the league.This matchup is a tough one for attempts from beyond the arc; their opposition have averaged the 3rd-least 3-point attempts per game in the league over the last 10 games when the Lakers are on their home court (30.2).The Lakers have played at the speediest pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games, which ought to increase opportunities for the Raptors.The Toronto Raptors rank as the 2nd-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore lead to added opportunities for scoring and assists).
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