The Timberwolves have played at the 7th-least up-tempo pace-of-play in the league this year.The Timberwolves are expected to see a decline in opportunities in this contest from competing against the 9th-least up-tempo pace home offense in the league over the last 25 games (the Utah Jazz).Offensive rebounds save possession and spark further chances for scoring and assists, but the Minnesota Timberwolves grade out 7thworst in in the NBA when playing away from home with only 10.1 offensive rebounds per game this year.Donte DiVincenzo will not receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing without the home court advantage tends to reduce player performance in all stat categories.
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