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The matchup vs. Orlando is a challenging one; when the Magic are away from home, they have allowed the least points per game in the league to the opposition's starting PFs over the last 10 games (15.1).The Indiana Pacers have played at the 10th-most lethargic pace-of-play in the league over the last 15 games.The Indiana Pacers are expected to suffer a drop-off in plays in this game from competing against the 4th-least up-tempo tempo team in the NBA over the last 5 games (the Magic).Offensive rebounds retain possession and generate bonus opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Indiana Pacers grade out 7thworst in in the league with a mere 10.3 offensive rebounds per game over the last 15 games.Over the last 10 games when they are playing at home, the other team's starting PFs have attempted 2.8 free throws per game (3rd-fewest in the NBA) vs. the Orlando Magic, making it tough to get to the free-throw line.
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