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One bellwether stat for every NBA team

By Luke Anton

Dec 14, 2022; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) shoots in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 14, 2022; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) shoots in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 4, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard De’Aaron Fox (5) stands on the court after a foul call against the Kings during action against the Atlanta Hawks in the second quarter at the Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 4, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard De’Aaron Fox (5) stands on the court after a foul call against the Kings during action against the Atlanta Hawks in the second quarter at the Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports /

What are the key stats for NBA teams in the Pacific Division?

Sacramento Kings: Did the Kings hit 120?

When the Kings score 120+ points this season, they are 14-2, lighting the beam. In all other games, they are 6-16.

Bonus: When De’Aaron Fox has a positive plus-minus, the Kings are also 14-2.

Los Angeles Clippers: The magical number of 110

Just like the aforementioned Knicks and Raptors, the Clippers’ bellwether number is 110. When the Clippers’ defense allows less than 110 points, they are 15-2. In all other games, they are 6-16.

Bonus: The Clippers are 11-7 with Kawhi in the lineup and 10-14 without him.

Golden State Warriors: Are they at home?

Perhaps the most well-known bellwether stat is the bellwether stat of them all. The Warriors are 17-4 at home this season. On the road, they are a measly 3-16.

Bonus: When Andrew Wiggins scores 17+ points this season, the Warriors are 11-3.

Phoenix Suns: Did the Suns eclipse 112?

The Suns’ magic number is 112. When the Suns score at least 112 points, they are 16-6. In all other games, they are 4-15.

Los Angeles Lakers: Is Russ distributing?

When Russell Westbrook scores 16+ points, the Lakers are 4-13. But when Westbrook has 7+ assists, the Lakers are 16-6.

Bonus: When Dennis Schroder has 5+ assists, the Lakers are 8-1.

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