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The matchup against the Portland Trail Blazers is a strong one for shots from the field; opposing starting SGs have put up the highest FG% in the league this year (51.5%).The Pelicans are expected to see a rise in plays today from facing the 2nd-most up-tempo tempo team in the NBA this year (the Portland Trail Blazers).Offensive rebounds continue possession and generate added opportunities for scoring and assists, and the New Orleans Pelicans rank 4th-best in in the league with the home court advantage with 12.6 offensive rebounds per game since the start of last season.Over the last 5 games, opposing starting SGs have attempted 3.2 free throws per game (8th-highest in the league) against the Portland Trail Blazers, finding it easy to get to the free-throw line.
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