Collin Sexton has been called for 2.3 personal fouls per game this year, placing him among the highest-fouling players in the NBA (75th percentile).The Knicks have played at the most lethargic pace-of-play in the league over the last 25 games, which ought to lead to decreased opportunities for the Jazz.As a team, the Utah Jazz have been lousy at getting to the foul line while playing on the road: 4th-worst in the NBA this year, drawing just 21.3 foul shots per game.The matchup against Jalen Brunson is a difficult one for drawing fouls; when Brunson is playing at home and defending opposing starting PGs this year, they have attempted a mere 3.0 free throws per game (15th percentile).Collin Sexton will not possess the home court advantage in this contest. Playing without the home court advantage usually lowers stat production in all facets of the game.
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