The matchup against Darius Garland is a hard one for shots from behind the three-point arc; when guarding fellow starting PGs this year, they have totaled just 1.7 threes per game (12th percentile).The Philadelphia 76ers have played at the 2nd-most lethargic pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games.The Cavaliers have played at the most sluggish pace-of-play in the NBA this year, which ought to decrease plays for the 76ers.The Philadelphia 76ers have been the 4th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate extra opportunities for scoring and assists).James Harden has attempted just 6.4 foul shots per game this season, a sizeable decrease from his 7.9 mark last season.
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