Zach LaVine has been on the court for 34.5 minutes per game on the road since the start of last season, placing him in the 93rd percentile -- putting him among the most-utilized players in the NBA.This year, opposing starting SFs have totaled 19.5 points per game (highest in the league) against the Brooklyn Nets, resulting in a positive matchup for offensive efficiency.The Bulls have played at the most up-tempo pace in the league over the last 5 games.Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and produce added chances for scoring and assists, and the Chicago Bulls rank 10th-best in in the NBA with 11.0 offensive rebounds per game since the start of last season.This year, the opposing team's starting SFs have attempted 3.9 free throws per game (3rd-highest in the NBA) against the Nets, easily managing to get to the foul line.
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