The Portland Trail Blazers have played at the 2nd-most lethargic pace in the NBA over the last 5 games, which ought to decrease possessions for the Detroit Pistons.Over the last 5 games, their opposition has nabbed 11.4 offensive boards per game (7th-most in the league) vs. the Trail Blazers (lengthening possessions that can generate extra chances for offense).The showdown with Deandre Ayton in terms of getting to the charity stripe slots into the 11th percentile for difficulty with rival starting Cs attempting only 2.2 free throws per game this year when they are away from home.
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