Wendell Carter Jr. has tallied 2.3 personal fouls per game this year, putting him among the most foul-prone players in the NBA (80th percentile).The Magic have played at the most sluggish tempo in the league over the last 15 games away from their home court.The Orlando Magic are expected to see a decline in opportunities in this game from competing against the most sluggish tempo offense in the league this year (the Knicks).The Magic have been the 5th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce extra chances for scoring and assists).Wendell Carter Jr. will not have the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing without the home court advantage usually decreases player production across the board.
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