Karl-Anthony Towns has tallied 3.5 personal fouls per game while playing on the road this year, putting him in the 99th percentile -- among the NBA's highest-fouling.The matchup vs. the Nuggets is a tough one for three-pointers; opposing starting PFs have averaged the 15th-least three-pointers per game in the NBA this year (1.3).The Minnesota Timberwolves have played at the 5th-most sluggish pace in the league over the last 5 games.The Nuggets have played at the 2nd-slowest pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games with the home court advantage, which ought to lead to decreased possessions for the Timberwolves.The Minnesota Timberwolves rank as the worst offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games while playing away from home (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate extra chances for scoring and assists).
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