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The matchup vs. the Trail Blazers is a tough one for three-pointers; the opposition's starting PFs have posted the 4th-lowest three rate in the NBA this year (29.6%).The 6th-most sluggish pace-of-play offense in the NBA over the last 5 games has been the Toronto Raptors.The Portland Trail Blazers have played at the 8th-most sluggish pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games away from their home city, which ought to reduce opportunities for the Raptors.Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and lead to bonus opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Toronto Raptors rank 7thworst in in the NBA with only 10.3 offensive boards per game this year.The matchup against Portland may be a tough one for getting to the charity stripe; the opposing team's starting PFs have attempted a mere 2.5 free throws per game over the last 10 games when the Portland Trail Blazers are away from home (2nd-least in the league).
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