Jusuf Nurkic has averaged 1.0 steals per game this year, placing him in the 86th percentile -- among the best in the NBA by this metric in recent days.The Suns have played at the 2nd-fastest tempo in the league over the last 15 games.The Houston Rockets have played at the 3rd-speediest pace in the league over the last 10 games on the road, which should lead to more opportunities for the Phoenix Suns.Jusuf Nurkic figures to see an increase in output for all stats in light of enjoying the home court advantage in this matchup.
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