The Warriors will likely get a boost in opportunities today from sharing the court with the 7th-fastest pace-of-play team in the NBA this year (the Timberwolves).The Golden State Warriors check in as the 3rd-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide additional chances for scoring and assists).Without the home court advantage, the Minnesota Timberwolves have allowed the 7th-least offensive boards per game (9.5) in the NBA to opposing squads this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate extra opportunities for scoring and assists).Jonathan Kuminga has successfully made a terrific 5.3 foul shots per game this year, quite a bit higher than his 1.0 rate last year.This year when they are playing at home, the other team has attempted 19.8 free throws per game (4th-fewest in the league) against the Minnesota Timberwolves, finding it difficult to draw fouls.
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