This matchup is a favorable one for shot attempts from downtown; when the Rockets are at home, opposing squads have totaled the most 3-point attempts per game in the NBA against them since the start of last season (38.4).The Rockets have played at the 2nd-most lethargic tempo in the NBA over the last 5 games without the home court advantage, which should lead to fewer plays for the Los Angeles Lakers.Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and bring about more chances for scoring and assists, but the Lakers grade out 1stworst in in the NBA with just 8.0 offensive rebounds per game this year.This year, opposing squads have attempted 28.7 free throws per game (3rd-most in the NBA) against the Houston Rockets, finding it easy to get to the foul line.
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