Tyrese Maxey has averaged 3.2 personal fouls per game over the last 5 games, 1.2 more than he's averaged over the course of the year.The matchup vs. Houston is a challenging one; when the Rockets have the home court advantage, they have allowed the 14th-least points per game in the league to the opposing team's starting PGs over the last 10 games (12.8).Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and spark added opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Philadelphia 76ers grade out 1stworst in in the league with a mere 7.2 offensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games.Over the last 10 games when they are away from home, the opposition's starting PGs have attempted 1.7 foul shots per game (15th-fewest in the NBA) vs. the Houston Rockets, struggling to get to the free-throw line.Tyrese Maxey will not enjoy the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing away from your home stadium usually decreases player production in all facets of the game.
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