As it relates to shooting, the Magic's subpar 103.7 points per game as the away team places fewest in the league this year.This year when they are on their home court, opposing starting SGs have compiled 12.7 points per game (13th-lowest in the NBA) vs. the Chicago Bulls, resulting in a difficult matchup for offensive efficiency.The Bulls have played at the 3rd-most sluggish pace-of-play in the league this year, which ought to lead to fewer plays for the Magic.Over the last 5 games when they are the visiting squad, opposing teams have come down with 13.2 offensive boards per game (3rd-highest in the league) against the Bulls (retaining possessions that can produce added chances for offense).This year, the other team's starting SGs have attempted 1.2 free throws per game (15th-fewest in the league) against the Chicago Bulls, facing an uphill battle to draw fouls.
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