Darius Garland has posted a measly 6.4 assists per game this season, significantly less than his 7.6 assists per game last season.Darius Garland has averaged 2.8 personal fouls per game over the last 5 games away from home, 1.0 higher than he's averaged over the course of the season on the road.The Cleveland Cavaliers have played at the 3rd-most lethargic pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 20 games.The Timberwolves have played at the 5th-most sluggish pace in the NBA over the last 25 games, which ought to lead to fewer opportunities for the Cavaliers.The Cleveland Cavaliers have been the 2nd-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 15 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate further chances for scoring and assists).
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