Chris Paul has compiled a mere 8.9 assists per game this year, a significant dropoff from his 10.4 assists per game last year.Chris Paul has been called for 0.1 technical fouls per game at home this year, ranking him in the 90th percentile -- among the league's most-whistled when it comes to technicals.The Phoenix Suns have played at the 8th-least up-tempo pace in the NBA over the last 5 games when playing at home.The Clippers have played at the 7th-most lethargic pace in the league this year, which ought to decrease possessions for the Suns.The Clippers have given up the 7th-most offensive rebounds per game (11.7) in the NBA to their opposition over the last 15 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore create additional opportunities for scoring and assists).
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