John Collins has tallied 29.2 minutes per game when playing at home this year, ranking in the 75th percentile -- ranking among the most used players in the NBA.The Atlanta Hawks check in as the 2nd-most efficient 3-point shooting team in the league this year.The matchup against the Timberwolves is a positive one for threes; opposing starting PFs have posted the 30th-highest 3-point rate in the league this year (42.1%).The Timberwolves have played at the fastest pace-of-play in the league this year, which ought to raise opportunities for the Hawks.John Collins will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing with the home court advantage usually improves player production across the board.
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