Lauri Markkanen has accumulated 3.3 personal fouls per game over the last 15 games, 1.1 higher than he's accumulated in all games this year.The Utah Jazz have played at the most lethargic pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games.The Hornets have played at the 10th-most sluggish pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 10 games in their home city, which should reduce opportunities for the Jazz.While on their home court, the Hornets have given up the most offensive rebounds per game (11.9) in the NBA to opposing clubs this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide added opportunities for scoring and assists).Lauri Markkanen will not have the home court advantage in this contest. Playing without the home court advantage tends to reduces player performance in all stat categories.
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