Taurean Prince has accumulated 2.3 personal fouls per game with the home court advantage since the start of last season, putting him in the 76th percentile -- among the NBA's most foul-prone.This year when they are on their home court, opposing starting SFs have logged 11.5 points per game (10th-fewest in the NBA) vs. the Houston Rockets, making this a tough matchup for offensive efficiency.The Lakers are expected to suffer a reduction in opportunities in this contest from squaring off against the least up-tempo pace home offense in the NBA this year (the Rockets).The Lakers have been the 9th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league on their home court since the start of last season (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists).Taurean Prince figures to suffer a reduction in productivity across the board as a result of playing away from hom in this matchup.
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