The matchup vs. the Denver Nuggets is a hard one for shot attempts from downtown; the opposing team's starting SFs have tallied the 4th-least 3-point attempts per game in the NBA this year (3.9).The Nuggets have played at the 7th-slowest tempo in the league over the last 10 games, which should reduce possessions for the Oklahoma City Thunder.As a team, the Oklahoma City Thunder have been quite unsuccesful at getting to the foul line: 8th-worst in the league this year, averaging a mere 20.9 free throws per game.Over the last 20 games, the other team's starting SFs have attempted 2.6 foul shots per game (5th-lowest in the league) vs. the Denver Nuggets, making it tough to draw fouls.Jalen Williams ought to suffer a reduction in effectiveness for all stats as a result of being on the road in this matchup.
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