Among all players in the NBA, Nick Richards ranks in the 84th percentile for personal fouls, registering a monstrous 2.7 fouls per game this year.The Charlotte Hornets have played at the 2nd-slowest pace in the league over the last 10 games.The Raptors have played at the 3rd-most lethargic tempo in the NBA over the last 10 games, which ought to reduce plays for the Hornets.Over the last 5 games when they are the visiting team, the other team has grabbed 12.0 offensive boards per game (10th-highest in the NBA) against the Toronto Raptors (saving possessions that can bring about more chances for offense).Nick Richards will not receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing on the road usually worsens stat production in all stat categories.
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