Karl-Anthony Towns has accumulated 3.4 personal fouls per game while playing away from home since the start of last season, ranking him in the 98th percentile -- among the NBA's most-whistled.The Timberwolves are expected to experience a decrease in possessions today from being pitted against the 9th-most lethargic pace-of-play team in the NBA this year (the Golden State Warriors).The Minnesota Timberwolves check in as the 8th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore lead to fewer opportunities for scoring and assists).This year when they are the visiting team, opposing clubs have collected 11.3 offensive rebounds per game (8th-highest in the NBA) vs. the Warriors (saving possessions that can lead to further chances for offense).Karl-Anthony Towns will not have the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing away from your home court tends to decrease player production for all stats.
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