In comparison to last year's 14.8 clip, Josh Giddey's field goal attempts have tailed off this year to 10.7 per game.The matchup vs. the Timberwolves is a tough one for field goals; the opposing team's starting PGs have shot for the 15th-lowest field goal percentage in the NBA this year (39.8%).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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