Jalen Williams has tallied 2.4 personal fouls per game this year, making him one of the most highest-fouling players in the league (86th percentile).The matchup against New Orleans is a tough one for 3-point attempts; when the Pelicans have the home court advantage, opposing starting PFs have tallied the 5th-least three attempts per game in the NBA this year (3.4).The Oklahoma City Thunder are expected to suffer a drop-off in possessions in this game from competing against the 10th-least up-tempo pace-of-play team in the league over the last 25 games (the Pelicans).Offensive rebounds retain possession and create added opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Oklahoma City Thunder rank 2ndworst in in the NBA with a mere 8.8 offensive rebounds per game this year.Jalen Williams will not have the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing away from your home stadium generally worsens stat production across the board.
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