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The matchup vs. the Phoenix Suns is a hard one for 3-point shots; the opposing team's starting PFs have put up the 3rd-lowest 3-point percentage in the NBA this year (29.1%).The 5th-most sluggish pace-of-play away team in the league over the last 5 games has been the Los Angeles Lakers.The Phoenix Suns have played at the 3rd-most lethargic tempo in the league over the last 5 games, which ought to lead to decreased plays for the Lakers.Offensive rebounds maintain possession and produce bonus chances for scoring and assists, but the Lakers rank 3rdworst in in the NBA with just 9.3 offensive rebounds per game this year.Over the last 22 games, the other team's starting PFs have attempted 3.2 foul shots per game (10th-lowest in the league) vs. the Suns, struggling to get to the charity stripe.
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