The Lakers have played at the 8th-least up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 7 games at home, which should lead to decreased plays for the Jazz.Playing at home, the Lakers have allowed the most offensive rebounds per game (12.1) in the league to opposing teams over the last 20 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore produce new opportunities for scoring and assists).As a team, the Utah Jazz have been poor at drawing fouls while playing away from home: 7th-worst in the league this year, tallying just 21.6 free throws per game.The matchup against the Lakers is a difficult one for drawing fouls; the other team's starting SGs have attempted a lowly 2.8 foul shots per game this year (9th-least in the league).Ochai Agbaji will not receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing away from your home city generally decreases stat production for all stats.
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