Deandre Ayton has tallied 2.8 personal fouls per game this year, ranking him as one of the most foul-prone players in the league (89th percentile).The Phoenix Suns have played at the 7th-most lethargic pace-of-play in the league while playing on the road this year.The Hawks have played at the 10th-slowest pace-of-play in the league over the last 15 games, which ought to reduce possessions for the Suns.The Hawks have given up the 2nd-least offensive rebounds per game (12.0) in the NBA to opposing squads over the last 20 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore reduce extra opportunities for scoring and assists).Deandre Ayton will not enjoy the home court advantage in this game. Playing without the home court advantage generally reduces player performance for all stats.
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