Ben Simmons has averaged 3.2 personal fouls per game since the start of last season, putting him among the highest-fouling players in the NBA (97th percentile).The 7th-least up-tempo tempo offense in the league since the start of last season has been the Nets.The Heat have played at the 4th-most sluggish tempo in the league this year, which ought to lead to decreased possessions for the Nets.Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and lead to additional chances for scoring and assists, but the Nets grade out 2ndworst in in the NBA while at home with only 8.2 offensive rebounds per game since the start of last season.Ben Simmons will likely suffer a reduction in effectiveness in all facets of the game in light of being on the road in this matchup.
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