Klay Thompson has committed 0.1 technical fouls per game this year, putting him among the most-whistled players in the NBA when it comes to technicals (89th percentile).The matchup against Kawhi Leonard is a tough one for shots from behind the three-point arc; when Leonard is playing at home and guarding opposing starting SFs this year, they have totaled a measly 1.1 threes per game (5th percentile).The Clippers have played at the 5th-most lethargic pace in the NBA over the last 25 games, which should reduce possessions for the Warriors.The Golden State Warriors rank as the 6th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA away from home this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate additional chances for scoring and assists).The matchup vs. Kawhi Leonard is a difficult one for getting to the foul line; when squaring off against fellow starting SFs this year, they have attempted a lowly 2.5 free throws per game (8th percentile).
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