The Los Angeles Lakers have been the lowest scoring offense in the NBA this year when it comes to three-pointers.The matchup vs. Oklahoma is a difficult one for scoring; when the Thunder are away from home, the opposing team's starting PFs have posted the 2nd-lowest field goal rate in the league this year (42.9%).The Thunder have played at the 9th-least up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games on the road, which should reduce plays for the Lakers.The Thunder have allowed the least offensive rebounds per game (12.3) in the NBA to the other team this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further chances for scoring and assists).The matchup vs. the Thunder may be a challenging one for getting to the foul line; opposing starting PFs have attempted a measly 1.8 foul shots per game over the last 20 games (4th-least in the league).
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