Among all players in the league, Pascal Siakam measures in the 91st percentile for personal fouls, tallying a colossal 2.6 fouls per game while at home this year.The matchup vs. Brooklyn is a tough one; when the Nets are away from home, they have allowed the least points per game in the NBA to the opposition's starting PFs this year (11.4).The Pacers are expected to see a decline in possessions in this contest from squaring off against the most sluggish pace team in the NBA this year (the Nets).Offensive rebounds save possession and bring about extra opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Indiana Pacers grade out 1stworst in in the NBA as the home team with a mere 7.4 offensive boards per game over the last 15 games.This year when they have the home court advantage, the opposition's starting PFs have attempted 1.9 free throws per game (fewest in the NBA) against the Nets, making it tough to get to the foul line.
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