In regard to offense, the Charlotte Hornets's lackluster 106.2 points per game ranks fewest in the league over the last 25 games.This year when they are the visiting squad, opposing squads have averaged 50.1% on field goal attempts (3rd-highest in the league) vs. the Portland Trail Blazers, resulting in a strong matchup.The Charlotte Hornets have played at the 9th-most sluggish tempo in the NBA over the last 20 games as the visting team.The Portland Trail Blazers have played at the 2nd-most sluggish tempo in the NBA over the last 10 games, which should lead to decreased plays for the Hornets.This matchup may be a good one for getting to the charity stripe; when the Portland Trail Blazers are playing at home, opposing squads have attempted a whopping 26.0 free throws per game over the last 5 games (most in the league).
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