As it relates to scoring, the Jazz's subpar 107.6 points per game measures as the 3rd-lowest in the league over the last 10 games.The matchup against Brooklyn is a difficult one; when the Brooklyn Nets are the visiting squad, they have allowed the 15th-least points per game in the league to the other team's starting PFs this year (11.4).The Nets have played at the 5th-least up-tempo tempo in the league over the last 15 games, which ought to reduce opportunities for the Jazz.While playing away from home, the Nets have given up the 5th-most offensive boards per game (12.6) in the league to opposing clubs over the last 10 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide new chances for scoring and assists).This year when they are playing at home, opposing starting PFs have attempted 1.9 foul shots per game (15th-lowest in the NBA) against the Nets, facing an uphill battle to get to the charity stripe.
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