Nikola Jokic has averaged 2.6 personal fouls per game this year, ranking him as one of the highest-fouling players in the NBA (85th percentile).The Denver Nuggets have played at the 2nd-most sluggish pace in the league over the last 10 games while playing on the road.The Rockets have played at the 5th-most sluggish pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games, which ought to reduce possessions for the Nuggets.Playing at home, the Rockets have allowed the 3rd-most offensive rebounds per game (11.6) in the league to opposing squads this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to new opportunities for scoring and assists).Nikola Jokic will not enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing without the home court advantage usually reduces stat production in all stat categories.
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