This year when they are playing at home, opposing clubs have averaged 38.9% on three-pointers (2nd-highest in the NBA) against the San Antonio Spurs, resulting in a positive matchup.Offensive rebounds continue possession and result in additional opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Lakers rank 1stworst in in the league with just 8.2 offensive boards per game this year.Rui Hachimura has sunk a lowly 38.3% of his free throw attempts this season, a sizeable decrease from his 76.0 rate last season.This matchup is a good one for getting to the free-throw line; when the San Antonio Spurs are at home, opposing clubs have attempted a whopping 25.8 free throws per game this year (6th-most in the NBA).Rui Hachimura will not have the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing on the road generally reduces player performance for all stats.
|