Matisse Thybulle has sunk a whopping 1.3 shots from behind the three-point arc per game this year, significantly more than his 0.8 mark last year.The matchup vs. the Pelicans is a positive one for shot attempts from beyond the arc; opposing starting SGs have totaled the 27th-most three attempts per game in the league this year (6.1).The Pelicans have played at the 10th-most up-tempo pace in the league over the last 10 games, which ought to lead to increased plays for the Portland Trail Blazers.The Portland Trail Blazers check in as the best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA with the home court advantage this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to added chances for scoring and assists).Away from their home court, the New Orleans Pelicans have allowed the least offensive rebounds per game (9.0) in the league to opposing squads this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists).
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