This year, opposing starting SGs have shot 51.5% on field goal attempts (best in the NBA) vs. the Portland Trail Blazers, designating this as a good matchup.The Mavericks have played at the 7th-most up-tempo tempo in the league over the last 15 games on the road.The Portland Trail Blazers have played at the 7th-quickest pace in the league with the home court advantage this year, which should lead to increased opportunities for the Dallas Mavericks.Offensive rebounds maintain possession and spark extra opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Mavericks rank 7th-best in in the NBA on the road with 11.1 offensive rebounds per game over the last 15 games.Quentin Grimes has made 100.0% of his free throws over the last 5 games on the road, 19.1% more than he's made over the course of the season without the home court advantage.
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