This year when they are at home, opposing starting SGs have averaged 4.6 3-point attempts per game (4th-fewest in the NBA) vs. the Spurs, identifying this as a tough matchup.The Spurs have played at the 3rd-least up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games while traveling, which should lead to fewer possessions for the Denver Nuggets.Offensive rebounds retain possession and bring about additional opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Nuggets rank 2ndworst in in the NBA while playing at home with a mere 7.2 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games.
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