Trey Lyles has been called for 0.1 technical fouls per game this year, making him one of the most most-whistled players in the NBA when it comes to getting T'ed up (79th percentile).The Nuggets have played at the 6th-most sluggish pace-of-play in the league over the last 25 games, which should lead to decreased possessions for the Kings.The Sacramento Kings rank as the 8th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce additional opportunities for scoring and assists).The Nuggets have allowed the most offensive rebounds per game (15.8) in the NBA to opposing teams over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore lead to added chances for scoring and assists).This matchup may be a positive one for getting to the free throw line; when the Nuggets have the home court advantage, the other team have attempted a massive 24.2 foul shots per game over the last 25 games (8th-most in the NBA).
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