Jalen Smith has compiled just 1.5 offensive boards per game this year, quite a bit lower than his 1.9 offensive boards per game last year.The Bulls have played at the slowest pace-of-play in the NBA this year, which should reduce opportunities for the Pacers.Over the last 15 games when they are away from home, opposing squads have captured 11.7 offensive boards per game (5th-most in the league) against the Chicago Bulls (maintaining possessions that can create further opportunities for offense).Jalen Smith is expected to suffer a drop-off in output in all facets of the game considering playing on the visting team in this contest.
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