Karl-Anthony Towns has been called for 4.5 personal fouls per game this year, significantly more than his 4.1 fouls per game last year.This year, opposing squads have averaged 38.8% on 3-pointers (6th-best in the league) vs. the 76ers, resulting in a positive matchup.The Timberwolves are expected to suffer a drop-off in plays in this game from squaring off against the 5th-most lethargic pace-of-play road offense in the NBA this year (the Philadelphia 76ers).Offensive rebounds continue possession and bring about bonus opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Timberwolves rank 1stworst in in the league with just 7.5 offensive boards per game this year.This year when they are on the road, opposing squads have attempted 23.7 foul shots per game (10th-highest in the league) vs. the 76ers, making it fairly effortless to get to the free-throw line.
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