Out of all players in the NBA, Kelly Olynyk rates in the 86th percentile for personal fouls, putting up a colossal 2.8 fouls per game with the home court advantage this year.The Jazz will likely suffer a reduction in possessions in this game from competing against the 2nd-least up-tempo pace-of-play home team in the NBA over the last 10 games (the Trail Blazers).This year when they are away from home, opposing squads have nabbed 11.6 offensive boards per game (7th-highest in the NBA) vs. the Portland Trail Blazers (retaining possessions that can generate further opportunities for offense).Kelly Olynyk is expected to suffer a reduction in efficiency for all stats due to playing on the visting team in this matchup.
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