The matchup vs. the Grizzlies is a tough one; they have allowed the 14th-least points per game in the NBA to the opposing team's starting SGs since the start of last season (15.7).The 8th-most sluggish tempo home team in the NBA this year has been the Portland Trail Blazers.The Portland Trail Blazers have been the 9th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league since the start of last season (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore reduce additional chances for scoring and assists).While playing away from home, the Grizzlies have allowed the 7th-most offensive boards per game (10.9) in the NBA to opposing squads since the start of last season (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore produce added opportunities for scoring and assists).Since the start of last season, opposing clubs have attempted 25.2 free throws per game (6th-highest in the NBA) vs. the Memphis Grizzlies, succeeding in their efforts to get to the foul line.
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