Michael Porter Jr. has tallied just 1.2 assists per game this season, significantly lower than his 1.4 assists per game last season.Relative to last year's 2.1 mark, Michael Porter Jr.'s personal fouls per game have increased this year to 2.8.The Nuggets have played at the 5th-least up-tempo tempo in the NBA this year.The Suns have played at the most sluggish pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games with the home court advantage, which should reduce opportunities for the Nuggets.The Phoenix Suns have allowed the 3rd-most offensive boards per game (12.1) in the league to opposing squads this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide additional chances for scoring and assists).
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