One of the more enduring sets of data we can rely on for matchup purposes in the NBA is interior defense. Which is to say, the majority of teams that were poor in rim protection last season are again proving to be generous around the circle so far this year.The NBA tracks defensive allowance rates from all over the court, which can be helpful when were seeking to stream, build daily lineups, or choosing between close frontcourt calls in setting those lineups. Take a look at the 10-highest field goal allowance rates less than five feet from the basket this season.The league-average allowance from this range is 58 percent, so there are plus-matchup metrics on the interior when facing these teams, interestingly enough, made up almost exclusively of Western Conference clubs. Compare this group to last season, when the Lakers allowed opponents to shoot 63.3 percent from less than five feet, highest in the league. This suggests the Lakers will continue to be among the top interior matchups for frontcourt talents and drive-heavy guards. So, its no surprise to find them ranked?29th in defensive efficiency against opposing frontcourts this season, per Hoop Stats.The Timberwolves ranked 28th in defending this area of the floor last season, and are again third-worst in this space. The presence of Karl-Anthony Towns might create a reputation among fans that this team can protect the rim, but this information counters that premise. The Timberwolves are last in the league in defensive rating with an astoundingly generous 115.9 points yielded per 100 possessions over the past 10 games. We can confidently start our fantasy assets against Minnesota.The Kings were No. 26 in defending this interior space last season and rank just 24th this season, while the Pelicans were 29th last year and again return to the leagues bottom-third in paint protection. Keeping with this trend, the Wizards and Rockets also have been quite generous within five feet of the rim for consecutive seasons. Given that rim protection is dependent on personnel, as well as scheme, its reasonable to expect these teams will continue to struggle in defending this part of the floor.There is a seemingly helpful correlation in place for rebounding efficiency and rim protection, as the Mavericks, Kings, Pelicans, Lakers and Wizards all rate in the bottom-10 in rebounding percentage over the past 10 games. Leveraging this type of information when seeking differentiation for daily decisions can be essential to fantasy success.Fantasy Forecaster: Dec. 19-25The holiday weekend ahead makes for a somewhat unique schedule. The vast majority of teams are limited to three games, as the league takes Christmas Eve off, instead of going with the normally-full Saturday slate. This doesnt preclude some teams from earning favorable setups relative to the rest of the league, as marquee rosters in Cleveland and Golden State each enjoy inviting meetings with Brooklyn and its fantasy-friendly, pace-driven scheme. Then, of course, we are gifted the coveted Christmas matchup between the Warriors and Cavaliers on Sunday.The Thunder also enjoy a strong upcoming stretch, as they play four up-tempo opponents. Not that Russell Westbrook needs much matchup assistance to produce elite numbers, but it helps to note the Hawks and Timberwolves are both ranked in the bottom four in defensive efficiency against point guards this season.The 76ers face an ugly stretch with just two games, but at least they are against up-tempo and soft defensive opponents. The spacing of the two games also suggests we could see Joel Embiid suit up for both contests. Both the Raptors and Hornets also face two-game slates, so streaming from these rosters will prove challenging in leagues with transaction limits.Access the downloadable forecaster chart PDF hereMatchup ratings are based on a scale from 1 (poor matchup) to 10 (excellent matchup). These are calculated using a formula that evaluates the teams year-to-date and past 10 games statistics, their opponents numbers in those categories and their performance in home/road games depending on where the game is to be played. The column to the left lists the teams total number of games scheduled, as well as home games, and lists the overall rating from 1 to 10 for that teams weekly schedule.Positional targetsThe Nets and Nuggets are two teams we want to target for point guard play. We witnessed Damian Lillard going ballistic on Denver this past Thursday night, while the Nets lead the league in pace and have proven to be soft both on the glass and in defending the paint. Facing Philadelphia is also a plus-matchup for point guards, as the 76ers rank 25th in defensive efficiency. With Jerryd Bayless out for the season, facing an offensively gifted but defensively deficient Sergio Rodriguez is a great setup for lead guards.At the two, the Kings and Knicks rank 29th and 28th, respectively, in defensive efficiency against shooting guards. The Cavaliers, meanwhile, appear uniquely soft against shooting guards. The Clippers, with J.J. Redick netting heavy minutes, have been a solid matchup at the position for some time. In the frontcourt, the Blazers remain the best matchup in the league given their lack of size, while the Lakers, Mavericks, Nets and Wizards are all favorable setups. Wholesale Jerseys China .J. -- Josh Cribbs was in the Pro Bowl in February and out of a job six months later. Authentic Jerseys Cheap . Fred Couples, captain of the U.S. side, put it all into perspective. 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OKLAHOMA CITY -- Russell Westbrook passed the credit around like he shared the ball on Saturday night.Westbrook had a career-high 22 assists in his 50th career triple-double, leading the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 114-101 victory over the Phoenix Suns.My teammates did a great job of spacing, catching and finishing, making some shots, he said. My job is to be able to find those guys. The ball is in my hands a lot.Westbrook also scored 26 points and grabbed 11 rebounds in his 13th triple-double of the season. He had gone three games without one, yet the leagues leading scorer continues to average double figures in points, rebounds and assists.Westbrook set up his teammates for much of the night, but he also showed why he averages more than 30 points per game. He scored 17 points on 5-for-9 shooting in the third quarter to help the Thunder push their lead out to 20 points.As the game goes on, I read and kind of see whats open, he said. And I can go back to different things that I see thats open and try to find ways to be assertive and when not to be. Thats just something Ive learned over the years.Steven Adams had 19 points and seven rebounds and Enes Kanter added 12 points for Oklahoma City, which had dropped two in a row. Thunder guard Victor Oladipo, the teams No. 2 scorer for the season, missed his third straight game with a right wrist sprain.Devin Booker scored 31 points for the Suns, who have lost six of eight.The Thunder led 54-39 at halftime. Westbrook had 12 assists before the break, a Thunder record for a half. Phoenixs first-half scoring total matched the lowest allowed by the Thunder in a half all season.It took Westbrook a while to geet to double figures in points -- he finally got there on a free throw with 8:41 left in the third quarter.ddddddddddddHe was stuck on nine rebounds when he went to the bench with 2:35 left in the third.He re-entered the game with 8:44 to play, and he got his 10th rebound almost immediately upon his return.He is putting up phenomenal numbers, Suns center Tyson Chandler said. I think it really just comes down to heart, passion and will. Every second, he is going full speed, giving 100 percent. He is just putting his will into the game.TIP-INSSuns: F T.J. Warren returned after missing 13 games with a head injury. He scored two points in 14:28. He scored 30 points when the teams met earlier this season. ... Booker was the only Phoenix player who scored more than 12 points.Thunder: Anthony Morrow got his first start of the season in Oladipos place and scored 11 points. ... Westbrook was issued a technical foul in the third quarter. ... Westbrook had 51 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists in a 113-110 win over the Suns earlier in the season.STAT LINESBooker outscored Westbrook 20-17 in the third quarter. He made 8 of 13 shots and all three of his free throws.STEPPING IT UPAdams, not known as a scorer before this season, has scored in double figures for six straight games and has shot better than 50 percent in each contest. He is averaging 15.8 points during the impressive stretch.UP NEXTSuns: Visit Minnesota on Monday night.Thunder: Host Atlanta on Monday night.---Follow Cliff Brunt on Twitter: www.twitter.com/CliffBruntAP. 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