Wendell Carter Jr. has tallied 2.7 personal fouls per game away from his home court this year, ranking in the 90th percentile -- among the league's most foul-prone.The Hornets have played at the 10th-slowest pace-of-play in the league over the last 10 games at home, which should lead to fewer opportunities for the Magic.The Orlando Magic rank as the 2nd-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 15 games on the road (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore reduce extra opportunities for scoring and assists).While on their home court, the Hornets have given up the most offensive rebounds per game (11.9) in the NBA to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore lead to additional chances for scoring and assists).Wendell Carter Jr. will not enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing while traveling tends to decreases player production in all stat categories.
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