This year, the opposing team's starting SFs have averaged 25.5% on 3-pointers (14th-worst in the league) vs. the Oklahoma City Thunder, creating a difficult matchup.The Utah Jazz will likely see a decline in possessions today from competing against the 4th-most sluggish tempo team in the NBA over the last 5 games (the Oklahoma City Thunder).The Oklahoma City Thunder have allowed the 2nd-most offensive rebounds per game (12.5) in the NBA to opposing squads this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore produce new opportunities for scoring and assists).Over the last 10 games when they are on their home court, opposing starting SFs have attempted 2.0 free throws per game (14th-lowest in the league) against the Thunder, finding it difficult to draw fouls.
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