Over the last 5 games when they are playing at home, opposing squads have averaged 38.8% on threes (8th-best in the league) vs. the Orlando Magic, resulting in a favorable matchup.The 3rd-slowest pace-of-play team in the NBA over the last 5 games has been the Charlotte Hornets.The Magic have played at the most lethargic pace-of-play in the league over the last 15 games without the home court advantage, which should lead to decreased possessions for the Charlotte Hornets.Offensive rebounds save possession and generate additional chances for scoring and assists, but the Hornets rank 2ndworst in in the league with just 8.8 offensive boards per game over the last 25 games.This year, their opposition has attempted 23.2 free throws per game (10th-most in the league) vs. the Orlando Magic, easily managing to get to the foul line.
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