The matchup vs. Toronto is a hard one for three-point shots; when the Raptors are the visiting team, the opposing team's starting PGs have shot for the lowest 3-point rate in the league this year (23.6%).The Minnesota Timberwolves have played at the 4th-most lethargic pace in the NBA since the start of last season.Offensive rebounds save possession and lead to more opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Minnesota Timberwolves rank 8thworst in in the league with just 9.6 offensive boards per game since the start of last season.Over the last 10 games when they are playing at home, the opposing team's starting PGs have attempted 3.7 free throws per game (5th-lowest in the league) against the Toronto Raptors, making it tough to get to the foul line.
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