Deandre Ayton has averaged 4.0 personal fouls per game over the last 5 games, 1.1 more than he's averaged over the course of the year.The Phoenix Suns have played at the 8th-most lethargic pace in the NBA while playing away from home this year.The Nuggets have played at the 3rd-least up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 15 games in their home city, which should lead to fewer opportunities for the Suns.The Nuggets have given up the 10th-most offensive rebounds per game (11.3) in the league to opposing squads over the last 15 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore produce additional chances for scoring and assists).Deandre Ayton will not hold the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing away from your home city usually lowers player production in all stat categories.
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