Over the last 20 games, the opposing team's starting PGs have averaged 17.1 points per game (12th-fewest in the NBA) vs. the Toronto Raptors, identifying this as a hard matchup for offensive efficiency.The Charlotte Hornets have played at the 2nd-most lethargic pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games.The Charlotte Hornets rank as the worst offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 20 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further chances for scoring and assists).The Toronto Raptors have given up the 2nd-most offensive rebounds per game (12.3) in the NBA to the other team over the last 20 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide new opportunities for scoring and assists).Over the last 5 games when they are away from home, the opposition's starting PGs have attempted 3.3 free throws per game (11th-fewest in the league) against the Toronto Raptors, facing an uphill battle to get to the foul line.
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