Anfernee Simons has attempted 6.6 shots from downtown per game on his home court this year, putting him in the 85th percentile out of all players in the NBA.The matchup vs. Minnesota is a good one for 3-pointers; when the Timberwolves are the visiting team, the opposing team's starting PGs have compiled the 9th-highest three percentage in the league this year (38.3%).The Portland Trail Blazers have played at the 3rd-speediest tempo in the NBA while playing at home this year.Offensive rebounds retain possession and bring about more chances for scoring and assists, and the Trail Blazers rank 2nd-best in in the NBA with 13.4 offensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games.Anfernee Simons will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing at home tends to increase stat production across the board.
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