Nikola Jokic has totaled a lowly 9.4 defensive rebounds per game this year, significantly lower than his 10.9 defensive rebounds per game last year.Nikola Jokic has averaged 3.4 personal fouls per game over the last 5 games playing at home, 0.9 higher than he's averaged over the course of the season at home.The Denver Nuggets have played at the 3rd-least up-tempo pace in the NBA over the last 15 games on their home court.The Suns have played at the 8th-most sluggish pace in the league on the road this year, which should lead to decreased plays for the Nuggets.The Suns have allowed the 6th-most offensive rebounds per game (12.0) in the league to opposing squads over the last 10 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore lead to additional opportunities for scoring and assists).
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