Joel Embiid has been called for 2.6 personal fouls per game when playing away from home this year, placing him in the 88th percentile -- among the NBA's most foul-prone.The Philadelphia 76ers have played at the 2nd-most lethargic pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 10 games.The Hornets have played at the 10th-most lethargic pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 10 games with the home court advantage, which ought to lead to decreased opportunities for the 76ers.Joel Embiid will not have the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing away from your home city usually lowers player production for all stats.
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