The matchup against the Warriors is a positive one for 3-pointers; the opposing team's starting Cs have compiled the 29th-highest three rate in the NBA over the last 10 games (60.0%).The matchup vs. James Wiseman is a positive one for attempts from downtown; when Wiseman is playing at home and defending fellow starting Cs since the start of last season, they have attempted a monstrous 2.5 shots from downtown per game (93rd percentile).The Minnesota Timberwolves have played at the most up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA this year.The Minnesota Timberwolves have been the 7th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide added opportunities for scoring and assists).Playing at home, the Warriors have allowed the least offensive rebounds per game (6.2) in the league to opposing teams over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists).
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