As it relates to scoring, the Portland Trail Blazers's unimpressive 106.2 points per game without the home court advantage rates fewest in the league this year.This year when they are the visiting squad, opposing teams have totaled 37.2 three attempts per game (7th-most in the NBA) vs. the Nets, designating this as a favorable matchup.The Nets have played at the 3rd-most sluggish pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games, which should lead to fewer opportunities for the Portland Trail Blazers.Over the last 5 games when they are the visiting squad, opposing teams have attempted 25.2 foul shots per game (8th-most in the NBA) against the Nets, making it fairly effortless to get to the foul line.Malcolm Brogdon will not hold the home court advantage in this contest. Playing while traveling usually worsens stat production for all stats.
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