Jalen Brunson has tallied 0.1 technical fouls per game when playing away from home this year, placing him in the 76th percentile -- among the NBA's most foul-prone when it comes to getting T'ed up.The Knicks have played at the 2nd-most lethargic tempo in the NBA with the home court advantage this year.The Phoenix Suns have played at the least up-tempo tempo in the NBA over the last 15 games away from their home stadium, which ought to lead to fewer opportunities for the Knicks.Without the home court advantage, the Phoenix Suns have allowed the 4th-most offensive rebounds per game (12.0) in the NBA to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore produce added opportunities for scoring and assists).Jalen Brunson will not enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing away from your home stadium generally worsens player performance for all stats.
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