Among all players in the league, Anfernee Simons lands in the 12th percentile for shooting ability with a weak 36.4% rate this year.The Portland Trail Blazers have been the 2nd-lowest scoring offense in the league this year.The matchup vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves is a tough one for scoring; the opposition's starting PGs have posted the lowest field goal percentage in the NBA this year (39.8%).The Timberwolves have played at the 10th-least up-tempo tempo in the league on the road this year, which should decrease possessions for the Trail Blazers.Over the last 15 games, opposing starting PGs have attempted 3.3 foul shots per game (5th-lowest in the NBA) against the Minnesota Timberwolves, finding it difficult to get to the free-throw line.
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