The matchup against Washington is a challenging one; when the Wizards are playing at home, they have allowed the 2nd-least points per game in the NBA to opposing starting SGs this year (10.9).The Wizards have played at the 6th-least up-tempo pace in the NBA over the last 5 games, which should reduce opportunities for the Philadelphia 76ers.The Philadelphia 76ers have been the 4th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league as the road team this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate additional opportunities for scoring and assists).Over the last 20 games, the opposition's starting SGs have attempted 2.2 free throws per game (3rd-lowest in the NBA) against the Wizards, making it tough to get to the free-throw line.Quentin Grimes stands to experience a decrease in output in all facets of the game due to playing on the visting team in this contest.
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