This year, opposing starting PGs have averaged 39.8% on field goal attempts (weakest in the league) against the Timberwolves, making this a hard matchup.The LA Clippers have played at the 7th-least up-tempo tempo in the league over the last 5 games.The Timberwolves have played at the 4th-most lethargic tempo in the NBA over the last 20 games, which should lead to fewer opportunities for the LA Clippers.Offensive rebounds maintain possession and create additional opportunities for scoring and assists, but the LA Clippers rank 6thworst in in the NBA while at home with a mere 9.1 offensive boards per game over the last 20 games.Over the last 15 games, the opposition's starting PGs have attempted 3.3 free throws per game (5th-lowest in the NBA) against the Minnesota Timberwolves, finding it difficult to get to the foul line.
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