This year, opposing starting SFs have averaged 9.1 field goal attempts per game (fewest in the NBA) vs. the Pelicans, resulting in a hard matchup.The Phoenix Suns have played at the 7th-most sluggish pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games.The Pelicans have played at the 4th-slowest tempo in the NBA over the last 5 games, which ought to reduce possessions for the Phoenix Suns.Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and result in added chances for scoring and assists, but the Suns rank 7thworst in in the league with the home court advantage with only 9.6 offensive boards per game this year.Over the last 20 games, the other team's starting SFs have attempted 2.1 foul shots per game (2nd-lowest in the league) vs. the New Orleans Pelicans, struggling to get to the foul line.
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