Anthony Edwards has averaged 3.4 personal fouls per game over the last 5 games, 1.0 more than he's averaged over the course of the year.The Minnesota Timberwolves have been the 6th-least efficient shooting team in the NBA when playing at home this year.The matchup against Boston is a tough one for shots from the field; when the Celtics are away from home, the opposing team's starting SGs have posted the 14th-lowest Field Goal% in the league this year (39.7%).The Celtics have played at the 5th-most lethargic pace in the league over the last 20 games away from their home city, which ought to reduce opportunities for the Timberwolves.While on the road, the Celtics have allowed the 9th-most offensive rebounds per game (10.8) in the league to opposing clubs over the last 25 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to added opportunities for scoring and assists).
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