Jarred Vanderbilt has totaled 0.2 assists per game away from home this year, ranking in the 11th percentile -- among the league's worst in this category.The Lakers are expected to experience a decrease in plays in this game from sharing the court with the 10th-least up-tempo tempo offense in the league over the last 20 games (the Minnesota Timberwolves).The Los Angeles Lakers rank as the worst offensive rebounding offense in the league on the road this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate extra opportunities for scoring and assists).With the home court advantage, the Minnesota Timberwolves have given up the 3rd-most offensive rebounds per game (12.5) in the league to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore create new chances for scoring and assists).Jarred Vanderbilt will not enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing away from your home stadium generally worsens stat production in all stat categories.
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