Chet Holmgren has tallied 2.4 personal fouls per game this year, putting him among the most-whistled players in the NBA (85th percentile).The New Orleans Pelicans have played at the 9th-slowest tempo in the NBA over the last 15 games, which ought to lead to decreased opportunities for the Oklahoma City Thunder.The Thunder rank as the 2nd-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists).Chet Holmgren will not hold the home court advantage in this game. Playing away from your home court generally decreases player production in all facets of the game.
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