The 3rd-least up-tempo tempo team in the NBA over the last 15 games has been the Clippers.The LA Clippers will likely suffer a reduction in opportunities in this game from being pitted against the 4th-slowest pace offense in the league over the last 15 games (the Hornets).Offensive rebounds continue possession and spark added opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Clippers rank 4thworst in in the NBA playing at home with just 8.4 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games.Over the last 5 games when they are on their home court, their opposition has come down with 16.6 offensive rebounds per game (most in the NBA) against the Hornets (saving possessions that can bring about extra opportunities for offense).This year, the other team has attempted 24.4 foul shots per game (5th-highest in the NBA) against the Charlotte Hornets, easily managing to get to the foul line.
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