Michael Porter Jr. has made a whopping 3.0 three-point shots per game this season, quite a bit more than his 1.1 rate last season.Michael Porter Jr. has tallied 28.8 minutes per game while at home this year, ranking him in the 75th percentile -- putting him among the most-utilized players in the league.The matchup against Los Angeles is a good one for attempts from downtown; opposing starting SFs have totaled the 28th-most three attempts per game in the NBA over the last 25 games when the Lakers are the visiting squad (5.6).The Lakers have played at the 4th-most up-tempo pace in the NBA without the home court advantage this year, which should increase possessions for the Nuggets.The Denver Nuggets check in as the 5th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 10 games while at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to additional chances for scoring and assists).
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