D'Angelo Russell has accumulated 0.1 technical fouls per game while on his home court this year, placing him in the 90th percentile -- among the NBA's highest-fouling when it comes to technicals.The Hornets have played at the 4th-slowest tempo in the league over the last 15 games, which ought to lead to decreased opportunities for the Los Angeles Lakers.The Lakers have been the 3rd-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore reduce extra opportunities for scoring and assists).While playing away from home, the Charlotte Hornets have given up the most offensive boards per game (14.4) in the NBA to their opposition over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore lead to added chances for scoring and assists).This matchup is a positive one for drawing fouls; opposing squads have attempted an enormous 24.4 foul shots per game this year (6th-most in the NBA).
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