The matchup vs. Utah is a good one for 3-pointers; when the Jazz are the visiting team, the other team's starting SGs have tallied the 30th-most three-pointers per game in the league this year (2.8).The San Antonio Spurs have played at the quickest pace in the NBA over the last 25 games.The Jazz have played at the 2nd-most up-tempo pace in the league over the last 20 games, which should lead to more opportunities for the Spurs.The San Antonio Spurs have been the 6th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 20 games while playing at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create additional opportunities for scoring and assists).Malaki Branham will have the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing on your home court generally boosts stat production in all stat categories.
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