The Los Angeles Lakers check in as the 8th-highest scoring offense in the NBA this year.The Los Angeles Lakers have played at the 2nd-fastest pace-of-play in the league this year.The Suns have played at the 2nd-quickest pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games, which ought to boost opportunities for the Lakers.On the road, the Suns have allowed the 2nd-least offensive rebounds per game (8.2) in the NBA to opposing squads over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate extra opportunities for scoring and assists).The matchup vs. Phoenix is a good one for drawing fouls; the opposition's starting SGs have attempted a massive 4.5 free throws per game this year when the Suns are the visiting squad (30th-most in the NBA).
|