As it relates to shot attempts from downtown, the least aggressive offense in the NBA while on the road this year has been the Nuggets.This year, opposing starting PFs have averaged 14.5 points per game (fewest in the NBA) vs. the Timberwolves, resulting in a challenging matchup for offensive productivity.The Minnesota Timberwolves have played at the 3rd-slowest pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games, which should lead to fewer plays for the Denver Nuggets.This year when they are the visiting squad, opposing starting PFs have attempted 3.1 free throws per game (9th-fewest in the NBA) vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves, struggling to get to the free-throw line.Aaron Gordon figures to experience a decrease in performance in all facets of the game as a result of being on the road in this game.
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