Luguentz Dort has averaged 3.1 personal fouls per game this year, making him one of the most highest-fouling players in the league (96th percentile).This year when they are the visiting team, the opposition's starting SFs have shot 26.8% on threes (12th-weakest in the NBA) against the Timberwolves, making this a tough matchup.The Thunder will likely suffer a reduction in opportunities today from competing against the 4th-most lethargic pace-of-play home offense in the league over the last 5 games (the Minnesota Timberwolves).Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and create bonus opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Oklahoma City Thunder grade out 1stworst in in the league with a mere 8.3 offensive boards per game this year.While playing at home, the Minnesota Timberwolves have allowed the 10th-most offensive rebounds per game (11.4) in the league to their opposition this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to added chances for scoring and assists).
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