Jamal Murray has been called for 3.0 personal fouls per game over the last 5 games with the home court advantage, 1.2 more than he's been called for overall this year at home.This year, the opposing team's starting PGs have averaged 39.8% on field goal attempts (lowest in the league) vs. the Timberwolves, resulting in a challenging matchup.The Nuggets have played at the 2nd-slowest tempo in the NBA over the last 5 games as the home team.The Minnesota Timberwolves have played at the 2nd-slowest pace-of-play in the league over the last 10 games, which ought to decrease plays for the Nuggets.The Nuggets have been the 10th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 10 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further chances for scoring and assists).
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