The Hornets check in as the 2nd-least efficient 3-point shooting team in the league on their home court since the start of last season.Since the start of last season when they have the home court advantage, the opposing team's starting SFs have tallied 1.6 three-pointers per game (9th-fewest in the league) against the Dallas Mavericks, labeling this as a hard matchup.The Mavericks have given up the 3rd-most offensive boards per game (12.0) in the league to the other team over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore create additional chances for scoring and assists).Gordon Hayward will not enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing away from your home stadium usually lowers player production in all facets of the game.
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