The matchup against Alperen Sengun is a tough one; he has allowed just 10.7 points per game while at home when defending other starting Cs this year (4th percentile).The 8th-most sluggish tempo team in the NBA this year has been the Suns.The Phoenix Suns will likely experience a decrease in possessions in this game from being pitted against the 8th-slowest tempo home offense in the NBA over the last 20 games (the Rockets).The Suns check in as the worst offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 20 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate further chances for scoring and assists).The number of fouls drawn by other starting Cs vs. Alperen Sengun has been very low this year (2.5 free throws per game: 10th percentile).
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