Anthony Davis has been called for 2.6 personal fouls per game when playing away from home this year, placing him in the 84th percentile -- among the NBA's highest-fouling.The matchup vs. Indiana is a challenging one for three-pointers; the opposing team's starting SFs have averaged the least shots from behind the three-point arc per game in the league over the last 5 games when the Pacers have the home court advantage (1.3).The Los Angeles Lakers check in as the 6th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA while on the road this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore reduce additional opportunities for scoring and assists).On their home court, the Pacers have given up the least offensive rebounds per game (12.1) in the NBA to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore lead to fewer opportunities for scoring and assists).Anthony Davis will not enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing away from your home court generally reduces player production in all stat categories.
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