Nikola Jokic has compiled a mere 9.4 defensive rebounds per game this year, quite a bit lower than his 10.9 defensive rebounds per game last year.Nikola Jokic has tallied 2.6 personal fouls per game this year, making him one of the most most-whistled players in the NBA (87th percentile).The Denver Nuggets have played at the 3rd-slowest pace-of-play in the league over the last 10 games when playing on the road.The Suns have played at the 9th-most lethargic pace-of-play in the NBA this year, which should decrease plays for the Nuggets.The Denver Nuggets rank as the 5th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games on the road (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore reduce extra opportunities for scoring and assists).
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