Nikola Jokic has compiled a measly 9.3 defensive rebounds per game this year, quite a bit less than his 10.9 defensive rebounds per game last year.Nikola Jokic has accumulated 4.2 personal fouls per game over the last 5 games, 1.6 higher than he's accumulated overall this season.The Denver Nuggets have played at the 4th-most sluggish pace in the NBA over the last 25 games.The Suns have played at the 8th-most lethargic pace-of-play in the NBA on the road this year, which ought to lead to fewer plays for the Nuggets.The Suns have allowed the 9th-most offensive rebounds per game (11.2) in the league to opposing squads over the last 15 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create added chances for scoring and assists).
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