Among all players in the NBA, Ben Simmons comes in at the 78th percentile for personal fouls, logging a massive 2.3 fouls per game this year.This year when they are away from home, the opposition's starting PGs have averaged 20.5% on 3-pointers (2nd-worst in the NBA) against the Denver Nuggets, resulting in a hard matchup.The 4th-slowest pace offense in the NBA this year has been the Brooklyn Nets.The Brooklyn Nets rank as the 4th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce extra opportunities for scoring and assists).Ben Simmons will not enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing away from your home city generally worsens player production in all stat categories.
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