Kyrie Irving has tallied 2.6 personal fouls per game when playing on the road this year, putting him in the 82nd percentile -- among the NBA's most foul-prone.The Suns have given up the 10th-least offensive rebounds per game (10.5) in the NBA to their opposition since the start of last season (which will also lead to fewer chances for scoring and assists).The Brooklyn Nets have been the worst offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (which also reduces additional chances for scoring and assists).The Nets have played at the 8th-slowest pace-of-play in the league this year in their home city, which should reduce opportunities for the Suns.Kyrie Irving will not enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing on the road usually decreases player performance across the board.
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