Jaylen Nowell has been called for 1.2 personal fouls per game this year, making him one of the least least-whistled players in the league (24th percentile).The Minnesota Timberwolves have played at the speediest pace in the league this year.The Hornets have played at the 2nd-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA while traveling this year, which should lead to increased plays for the Timberwolves.The Minnesota Timberwolves rank as the 6th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league at home this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create added opportunities for scoring and assists).Jaylen Nowell will hold the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home city generally increases player performance in all facets of the game.
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