Jabari Smith Jr. has tallied 4.2 personal fouls per game this year, significantly more than his 2.8 fouls per game last year.The Houston Rockets have played at the 3rd-most lethargic pace-of-play in the NBA this year.The Nuggets have played at the 4th-least up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 15 games at home, which ought to lead to decreased plays for the Houston Rockets.The Rockets check in as the 5th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate extra chances for scoring and assists).This year, the other team has grabbed 11.5 offensive boards per game (8th-highest in the NBA) against the Denver Nuggets (retaining possessions that can create extra chances for offense).
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