Among all players in the NBA, Kevin Durant places in the 98th percentile for technical fouls, averaging an enormous 0.2 fouls per game this year.Over the last 25 games, opposing starting PFs have averaged 4.1 3-point attempts per game (15th-lowest in the NBA) against the Magic, resulting in a tough matchup.The Phoenix Suns are expected to suffer a reduction in possessions in this game from competing against the most lethargic pace offense in the league over the last 20 games (the Orlando Magic).Offensive rebounds preserve possession and generate additional chances for scoring and assists, but the Phoenix Suns grade out 2ndworst in in the league with only 7.2 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games.Kevin Durant stands to suffer a reduction in effectiveness in all stat categories as a result of playing on the visting team in this contest.
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