Out of all players in the NBA, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander measures in the 87th percentile for personal fouls, tallying a monstrous 2.5 fouls per game away from his home court this year.The New York Knicks have played at the most lethargic pace-of-play in the NBA this year, which ought to decrease possessions for the Oklahoma City Thunder.The Oklahoma City Thunder have been the 2nd-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore reduce further chances for scoring and assists).Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has successfully made a mere 7.5 free throws per game this season, quite a bit lower than his 9.8 rate last season.Over the last 10 games when they are the visiting squad, the other team's starting SGs have attempted 1.9 free throws per game (3rd-fewest in the league) vs. the New York Knicks, facing an uphill battle to get to the foul line.
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