Michael Porter Jr. has sunk a terrific 3.0 threes per game this year, a sizeable increase from his 1.1 rate last year.The Timberwolves have played at the 6th-fastest pace in the league this year, which should increase plays for the Nuggets.The Denver Nuggets have been the 6th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 10 games while playing at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore produce additional chances for scoring and assists).Michael Porter Jr. has sunk an impressive 80.8% of his foul shot attempts this year, a sizeable increase from his 60.0 mark last year.The matchup vs. the Timberwolves may be a positive one for drawing fouls; the opposing team's starting SFs have attempted a massive 4.6 free throws per game over the last 20 games (30th-most in the league).
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