This matchup is a difficult one for field goals; opposing squads have averaged the 9th-least shots made from the field per game in the NBA over the last 10 games when the Grizzlies are away from home (39.9).The San Antonio Spurs have played at the 4th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 25 games.The Grizzlies have played at the most up-tempo pace in the NBA over the last 20 games, which ought to increase possessions for the Spurs.The San Antonio Spurs rank as the 8th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore lead to additional chances for scoring and assists).Malaki Branham has made 84.9% of his free throw attempts since the start of last season, ranking in the 83rd percentile out of all players in the NBA.
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