Since the start of last season when they are playing at home, the opposing team's starting PGs have tallied 17.6 points per game (6th-fewest in the league) vs. the Suns, resulting in a tough matchup for offensive productivity.The Trail Blazers have played at the 8th-most sluggish pace in the NBA when playing away from home this year.The Trail Blazers will likely see a decline in possessions today from competing against the 5th-least up-tempo tempo offense in the league over the last 5 games (the Suns).The Portland Trail Blazers have been the 10th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league since the start of last season (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate additional opportunities for scoring and assists).This year, their opposition has brought down 12.3 offensive rebounds per game (3rd-highest in the NBA) against the Suns (saving possessions that can result in additional chances for offense).
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