The matchup vs. the Philadelphia 76ers is a difficult one; they have allowed the least points per game in the NBA to the opposition's starting SFs this year (11.3).The Lakers are expected to suffer a drop-off in opportunities today from squaring off against the slowest pace-of-play road offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (the Philadelphia 76ers).Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and generate extra chances for scoring and assists, but the Los Angeles Lakers grade out 1stworst in in the NBA with just 8.1 offensive rebounds per game this year.In contrast to last season's 80.1% clip, Rui Hachimura's foul-shot proficiency has been reduced this season to 72.0%.This year, opposing starting SFs have attempted 1.5 foul shots per game (fewest in the NBA) against the Philadelphia 76ers, making it tough to get to the free-throw line.
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