Josh Giddey has attempted and missed 2.6 3-pointers per game over the last 5 games, 0.8 higher than he's missed from beyond the arc in all games this year.Over the last 15 games, the other team's starting PGs have averaged 4.7 3-point attempts per game (15th-fewest in the NBA) against the Minnesota Timberwolves, identifying this as a tough matchup.The Thunder will likely suffer a reduction in opportunities today from competing against the 4th-most lethargic pace-of-play home offense in the league over the last 5 games (the Minnesota Timberwolves).Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and create bonus opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Oklahoma City Thunder grade out 1stworst in in the league with a mere 8.3 offensive boards per game this year.While playing at home, the Minnesota Timberwolves have allowed the 10th-most offensive rebounds per game (11.4) in the league to their opposition this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to added chances for scoring and assists).
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