Jamal Murray has averaged 3.0 personal fouls per game over the last 5 games, 1.2 more than he's averaged overall this year.The Nuggets have played at the 5th-least up-tempo pace-of-play in the league this year.The Minnesota Timberwolves have played at the 2nd-most lethargic tempo in the NBA over the last 10 games, which ought to lead to fewer opportunities for the Nuggets.Jamal Murray will not enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing away from your home city tends to reduce player performance in all facets of the game.
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