The Minnesota Timberwolves have been the 6th-least efficient shooting team in the NBA when playing at home this year.The matchup vs. the Celtics is a hard one for field goals; the other team's starting PGs have put up the 13th-lowest FG% in the league this year (40.5%).The Celtics have played at the 5th-most lethargic pace in the league over the last 20 games away from their home city, which ought to reduce opportunities for the Timberwolves.While on the road, the Celtics have allowed the 9th-most offensive rebounds per game (10.8) in the league to opposing clubs over the last 25 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to added opportunities for scoring and assists).The matchup vs. the Celtics is a difficult one for getting to the free throw line; the other team's starting PGs have attempted a mere 3.1 free throws per game this year (14th-least in the league).
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