In contrast to last year's 44.1% rate, Nicolas Batum's shooting proficiency has fallen this year to 36.1%.The Clippers check in as the 2nd-least aggressive offense in the NBA over the last 5 games as it relates to three-point attempts.The LA Clippers have played at the 2nd-slowest pace in the league over the last 5 games.The Clippers are expected to suffer a drop-off in possessions today from competing against the 9th-least up-tempo pace-of-play offense in the NBA this year (the Rockets).Nicolas Batum will not have the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing away from your home stadium tends to decrease player production in all facets of the game.
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