Pascal Siakam has accumulated 2.6 personal fouls per game this year, making him one of the most most-whistled players in the NBA (91st percentile).This year when they are playing at home, the opposition's starting PFs have posted 11.4 points per game (lowest in the league) vs. the Nets, resulting in a tough matchup for offensive effectiveness.The Brooklyn Nets have played at the most lethargic tempo in the league this year, which should lead to decreased possessions for the Indiana Pacers.Offensive rebounds retain possession and produce additional opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Pacers rank 1stworst in in the NBA when playing at home with a mere 7.5 offensive boards per game over the last 15 games.This year when they have the home court advantage, opposing starting PFs have attempted 1.9 foul shots per game (lowest in the NBA) against the Nets, facing an uphill battle to get to the charity stripe.
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