The Hornets check in as the 4th-least aggressive offense in the league as the away team this year in regard to three-point attempts.The matchup vs. Los Angeles is a hard one for threes; when the LA Clippers are at home, opposing starting PFs have averaged the 15th-least 3-pointers per game in the NBA this year (0.9).The Hornets have played at the 4th-most sluggish pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 15 games.The LA Clippers have played at the 3rd-most lethargic tempo in the NBA over the last 15 games, which should decrease possessions for the Charlotte Hornets.With the home court advantage, the LA Clippers have allowed the 5th-most offensive boards per game (11.5) in the league to the other team over the last 15 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide added opportunities for scoring and assists).
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