The Phoenix Suns have played at the 5th-most lethargic pace in the league over the last 15 games when playing away from home.The Mavericks have played at the 8th-most lethargic pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games on their home court, which ought to decrease possessions for the Phoenix Suns.Offensive rebounds preserve possession and result in extra chances for scoring and assists, but the Phoenix Suns rank 1stworst in in the league with a mere 6.6 offensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games.While playing at home, the Dallas Mavericks have given up the 2nd-most offensive rebounds per game (12.5) in the league to opposing teams over the last 20 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create additional chances for scoring and assists).This matchup may be a strong one for getting to the free-throw line; opposing teams have attempted a massive 32.0 foul shots per game over the last 5 games (most in the NBA).
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