This year, the other team's starting PGs have averaged 6.2 3-point attempts per game (10th-highest in the league) vs. the Detroit Pistons, resulting in a favorable matchup.The Nuggets have played at the 4th-speediest pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games.The Nuggets will likely see a spike in plays in this contest from being pitted against the 3rd-most up-tempo pace-of-play team in the NBA over the last 20 games (the Detroit Pistons).The Denver Nuggets check in as the 5th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 15 games away from home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create additional chances for scoring and assists).
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