John Konchar has averaged 26.6 minutes per game over the last 5 games, 9.1 higher than he's averaged in all games this year.The matchup vs. Orlando is a favorable one; when the Orlando Magic are the visiting team, they have given up the 30th-most points per game in the NBA to opposing starting SGs this year (20.2).The Memphis Grizzlies have been the 6th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 10 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore lead to new chances for scoring and assists).The Orlando Magic have allowed the 3rd-least offensive boards per game (9.7) in the league to opposing squads this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce additional chances for scoring and assists).The matchup against the Magic may be a positive one for getting to the charity stripe; the other team's starting SGs have attempted a whopping 5.4 foul shots per game over the last 10 games (30th-most in the NBA).
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