Out of all players in the league, Nick Richards ranks in the 90th percentile for personal fouls, averaging a massive 2.5 fouls per game this year.The Phoenix Suns have played at the 6th-most sluggish pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games.The Suns will likely experience a decrease in plays in this game from sharing the court with the 3rd-most lethargic pace home team in the league over the last 5 games (the Los Angeles Lakers).The Phoenix Suns have been the worst offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 20 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce extra chances for scoring and assists).Nick Richards is expected to see a decline in performance across the board in light of playing away from home in this matchup.
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