Last year they averaged 1.17 points/possession. This year so far they're averaging 1.06 points/possession. If they hit FTs at the same rate that number would be 1.10 points. Their tempo has been almost the same even though their ranking is lower- it looks like teams are playing faster so far this year. I wouldn't be shocked if that fell in conference play.

The missed FTs are having a slight effect. The real issue is the decline in 3 point shooting, which was expected but still hurting.