LeBron James has attempted a measly 5.3 treys per game this season, quite a bit less than his 6.8 rate last season.Among all players in the league, LeBron James rates in the 91st percentile for technical fouls, compiling a colossal 0.1 fouls per game with the home court advantage this year.This year, the other team's starting PFs have totaled 3.6 3-point attempts per game (3rd-lowest in the NBA) vs. the Timberwolves, resulting in a hard matchup.The Los Angeles Lakers are expected to see a decline in plays in this game from competing against the 3rd-most sluggish tempo team in the league over the last 20 games (the Minnesota Timberwolves).Offensive rebounds retain possession and result in bonus opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Lakers rank 1stworst in in the league with a mere 8.1 offensive boards per game this year.
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