Out of all players in the league, Julius Randle comes in at the 86th percentile for personal fouls, logging an enormous 2.5 fouls per game when playing away from home this year.The matchup vs. the Phoenix Suns is a tough one for three-pointers; the other team's starting PFs have posted the 3rd-lowest three rate in the NBA this year (29.1%).The Phoenix Suns have played at the 2nd-slowest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games in their home city, which ought to decrease possessions for the Timberwolves.The Minnesota Timberwolves have been the 7th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA on the road this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate additional opportunities for scoring and assists).Julius Randle will not hold the home court advantage in this contest. Playing away from your home stadium tends to worsen player production for all stats.
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