This matchup is a favorable one for 3-point attempts; opposing clubs have totaled the 3rd-most 3-point attempts per game in the NBA over the last 15 games (39.3).The Warriors have played at the 5th-least up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games away from their home stadium, which ought to lead to decreased possessions for the Lakers.The Los Angeles Lakers rank as the 5th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 10 games on their home court (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore lead to fewer opportunities for scoring and assists).This matchup may be a positive one for getting to the free throw line; when the Warriors are away from home, their opposition have attempted an enormous 25.1 foul shots per game over the last 20 games (7th-most in the NBA).
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