This year when they are the visiting squad, opposing starting SGs have totaled 10.1 field goal attempts per game (15th-fewest in the NBA) against the Bulls, making this a difficult matchup.The Chicago Bulls have played at the slowest pace in the NBA with the home court advantage this year, which ought to decrease possessions for the San Antonio Spurs.Offensive rebounds retain possession and result in bonus chances for scoring and assists, but the Spurs rank 8thworst in in the league playing at home with only 10.3 offensive boards per game this year.At home, the Chicago Bulls have allowed the 10th-most offensive boards per game (11.7) in the league to their opposition this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide additional chances for scoring and assists).This year, the opposing team's starting SGs have attempted 1.9 foul shots per game (12th-fewest in the league) vs. the Chicago Bulls, facing an uphill battle to get to the charity stripe.
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