The matchup vs. the Nuggets is a hard one for shot attempts from the field; the other team's starting SFs have totaled the 15th-least FG attempts per game in the NBA this year (10.7).The Phoenix Suns have played at the 9th-most sluggish pace in the league this year.The Nuggets have played at the 3rd-most sluggish pace-of-play in the league over the last 10 games away from their home court, which should lead to decreased plays for the Suns.Away from their home court, the Nuggets have given up the 3rd-most offensive rebounds per game (12.3) in the NBA to their opposition over the last 15 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide added chances for scoring and assists).As a team, the Phoenix Suns have been quite unsuccesful at drawing fouls: 5th-worst in the NBA this year, averaging a measly 21.9 foul shots per game.
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