Jamal Murray has averaged 2.4 personal fouls per game over the last 5 games without the home court advantage, 0.9 higher than he's averaged over the course of the year on the road.The Denver Nuggets have played at the 4th-most sluggish pace in the NBA over the last 25 games.The Suns have played at the 9th-least up-tempo pace in the league this year, which ought to reduce possessions for the Nuggets.On their home court, the Suns have given up the most offensive rebounds per game (13.1) in the NBA to the other team over the last 10 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore produce added opportunities for scoring and assists).Jamal Murray will not receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing away from your home city usually decreases player performance in all stat categories.
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