Luguentz Dort has committed 2.7 personal fouls per game while playing at home this year, ranking in the 92nd percentile -- among the league's most foul-prone.Over the last 15 games, the opposing team's starting SFs have totaled 11.4 points per game (2nd-fewest in the NBA) vs. the Mavericks, making this a tough matchup for offensive production.The Dallas Mavericks have played at the 2nd-most lethargic pace in the league over the last 5 games, which ought to lead to fewer plays for the Oklahoma City Thunder.The Oklahoma City Thunder have been the 2nd-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore lead to fewer chances for scoring and assists).The matchup against Dallas is a tough one for getting to the foul line; opposing starting SFs have attempted just 1.6 free throws per game this year when the Dallas Mavericks are the visiting squad (2nd-least in the NBA).
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