Out of all players in the NBA, Anthony Edwards rates in the 95th percentile for technical fouls, posting an enormous 0.2 fouls per game while at home this year.This year, the other team's starting SGs have averaged 11.7 shot attempts per game (10th-fewest in the NBA) against the Los Angeles Lakers, creating a challenging matchup.The Timberwolves have played at the 8th-most lethargic pace in the NBA over the last 10 games.Offensive rebounds preserve possession and lead to extra chances for scoring and assists, but the Timberwolves rank 2ndworst in in the NBA on their home court with only 8.7 offensive boards per game this year.Over the last 15 games when they have the home court advantage, opposing teams have nabbed 11.5 offensive boards per game (2nd-most in the league) vs. the Lakers (lengthening possessions that can produce added opportunities for offense).
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