This year when they are the visiting team, the other team's starting PGs have shot 42.1% on shot attempts from the field (8th-weakest in the NBA) against the LA Clippers, marking this as a tough matchup.The Clippers have played at the 9th-slowest tempo in the league this year, which ought to lead to decreased plays for the Washington Wizards.The Washington Wizards check in as the 5th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate additional chances for scoring and assists).Over the last 15 games, opposing teams have come down with 12.1 offensive boards per game (3rd-highest in the league) vs. the Clippers (preserving possessions that can generate additional opportunities for offense).The matchup vs. Los Angeles is a tough one for getting to the free-throw line; the opposing team's starting PGs have attempted just 2.9 foul shots per game this year when the LA Clippers are on their home court (8th-least in the league).
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