Jaden McDaniels has averaged 3.3 personal fouls per game while playing at home this year, ranking in the 91st percentile -- among the NBA's most-whistled.The matchup against Portland is a tough one; when the Trail Blazers are the visiting squad, they have allowed the 2nd-least points per game in the NBA to the opposing team's starting SFs this year (12.1).The 8th-most lethargic pace-of-play team in the league this year has been the Minnesota Timberwolves.The Portland Trail Blazers have played at the 7th-most lethargic pace in the league away from their home city this year, which should lead to fewer plays for the Timberwolves.The Minnesota Timberwolves have been the 5th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce further opportunities for scoring and assists).
|