Julius Randle has posted 4.7 assists per game this year, ranking in the 89th percentile -- among the league's hottest by this standard over this stretch.Julius Randle has averaged 38.4 minutes per game over the last 5 games, 5.6 more than he's averaged in all games this season.The Oklahoma City Thunder have played at the 6th-speediest pace in the NBA this year, which ought to lead to more opportunities for the Minnesota Timberwolves.The Minnesota Timberwolves have been the 8th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 20 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to additional opportunities for scoring and assists).Julius Randle figures to get a boost in efficiency for all stats considering owning the home court advantage in this matchup.
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