This year, the other team's starting PGs have tallied 11.3 shot attempts per game (15th-lowest in the NBA) vs. the Charlotte Hornets, resulting in a tough matchup.The Charlotte Hornets have played at the 2nd-most sluggish pace in the league over the last 25 games, which should reduce plays for the San Antonio Spurs.Offensive rebounds save possession and spark added chances for scoring and assists, but the San Antonio Spurs grade out 5thworst in in the NBA with a mere 9.8 offensive boards per game this year.The Charlotte Hornets have given up the 6th-most offensive boards per game (11.5) in the NBA to the other team over the last 20 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide additional chances for scoring and assists).The matchup against the Charlotte Hornets is a challenging one for getting to the foul line; the opposition's starting PGs have attempted just 2.9 foul shots per game this year (13th-least in the NBA).
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