Out of all players in the league, Obi Toppin lands in the 75th percentile for personal fouls, compiling an enormous 2.3 fouls per game this year.The Indiana Pacers are expected to experience a decrease in opportunities in this contest from sharing the court with the 2nd-least up-tempo tempo team in the NBA this year (the Nuggets).The Indiana Pacers have been the 8th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate additional opportunities for scoring and assists).Over the last 20 games, their opposition has collected 11.1 offensive boards per game (8th-most in the NBA) against the Nuggets (continuing possessions that can result in added opportunities for offense).This matchup may be a favorable one for drawing fouls; when the Denver Nuggets are at home, the other team has attempted a massive 23.1 foul shots per game over the last 20 games (5th-most in the league).
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