Nikola Jokic has accumulated 2.6 personal fouls per game this year, making him one of the most most-whistled players in the NBA (86th percentile).The matchup against Phoenix is a challenging one for attempts from downtown; when the Suns have the home court advantage, the other team's starting Cs have averaged the 6th-least 3-point attempts per game in the NBA this year (1.2).The Denver Nuggets have played at the 4th-slowest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 25 games.The Suns have played at the 9th-most lethargic pace in the NBA over the last 5 games, which should lead to fewer opportunities for the Nuggets.The Denver Nuggets rank as the 6th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games away from their home court (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate further chances for scoring and assists).
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