This year, the opposing team's starting SFs have averaged 40.6% on shot attempts from the field (3rd-worst in the league) vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves, identifying this as a hard matchup.The Minnesota Timberwolves have played at the 2nd-slowest tempo in the league over the last 10 games with the home court advantage, which should lead to decreased opportunities for the Cavaliers.Offensive rebounds continue possession and produce more chances for scoring and assists, but the Cavaliers rank 8thworst in in the league with a mere 9.9 offensive boards per game this year.The matchup vs. the Timberwolves is a tough one for getting to the foul line; the opposing team's starting SFs have attempted just 2.4 free throws per game this year (10th-least in the league).Caris LeVert should suffer a drop-off in output for all stats on account of playing away from home in this contest.
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