Compared to last year's 29.3 rate, Mike Conley's playing time has tailed off this year to 23.9 minutes per game.The matchup vs. the Trail Blazers is a hard one for 3-pointers; the other team's starting PGs have compiled the 3rd-lowest 3-point rate in the league this year (29.8%).The 8th-most lethargic pace-of-play team in the league this year has been the Minnesota Timberwolves.The Portland Trail Blazers have played at the 7th-most lethargic pace in the league away from their home city this year, which should lead to fewer plays for the Timberwolves.The Minnesota Timberwolves have been the 5th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce further opportunities for scoring and assists).
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