Josh Giddey has averaged a mere 4.8 assists per game this year, significantly less than his 6.2 assists per game last year.The Thunder have been the worst offensive rebounding offense in the league as the road team this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate extra chances for scoring and assists).This year when they have the home court advantage, opposing squads have grabbed 13.4 offensive boards per game (3rd-highest in the NBA) against the Minnesota Timberwolves (preserving possessions that can bring about additional chances for offense).Josh Giddey will likely suffer a drop-off in productivity in all stat categories as a result of playing away from hom in this matchup.
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