This year when they are on their home court, the opposing team's starting SGs have compiled 25.8 points per game (30th-most in the league) against the Minnesota Timberwolves, branding this as a good matchup for offensive effectiveness.The Warriors will likely get a boost in opportunities today from sharing the court with the 7th-fastest pace-of-play team in the NBA this year (the Timberwolves).The Golden State Warriors check in as the 3rd-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide additional chances for scoring and assists).Without the home court advantage, the Minnesota Timberwolves have allowed the 7th-least offensive boards per game (9.5) in the NBA to opposing squads this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate extra opportunities for scoring and assists).In contrast to last season's 85.6% clip, Klay Thompson's free-throw proficiency has risen this season to 100.0%.
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