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The matchup against Washington is a strong one for shots from the field; when the Washington Wizards are on their home court, the opposing team's starting SFs have compiled the 4th-highest Field Goal% in the league this year (50.2%).The Pelicans have played at the speediest pace in the NBA over the last 5 games away from their home court.The Wizards have played at the 2nd-speediest pace-of-play in the NBA in their home stadium this year, which should boost opportunities for the New Orleans Pelicans.The New Orleans Pelicans rank as the 7th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore produce added chances for scoring and assists).The matchup vs. the Wizards is a good one for getting to the foul line; the other team's starting SFs have attempted a colossal 3.2 free throws per game this year (8th-most in the league).
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