Out of all players in the NBA, Jalen Williams slots into the 90th percentile for personal fouls, putting up an enormous 2.6 fouls per game this year.This year when they are on the road, the opposing team's starting PFs have tallied 3.0 3-point attempts per game (2nd-lowest in the NBA) vs. the Grizzlies, branding this as a tough matchup.The Grizzlies have played at the 7th-least up-tempo pace in the NBA over the last 15 games at home, which ought to lead to fewer possessions for the Oklahoma City Thunder.The Oklahoma City Thunder check in as the 2nd-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate additional chances for scoring and assists).Jalen Williams will not enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing on the road tends to decrease player performance in all stat categories.
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