Malaki Branham has tallied 1.4 personal fouls per game while at home since the start of last season, ranking him in the 25th percentile -- among the NBA's lowest-fouling.The matchup against Indiana is a positive one; when the Pacers are the visiting squad, they have allowed the 23rd-most points per game in the league to the other team's starting SGs over the last 15 games (18.0).The San Antonio Spurs have played at the 4th-most up-tempo pace in the league over the last 25 games.The Pacers have played at the 4th-fastest pace in the league over the last 5 games, which ought to increase opportunities for the Spurs.The San Antonio Spurs rank as the 8th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide new chances for scoring and assists).
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