Nickeil Alexander-Walker has committed 3.2 personal fouls per game over the last 5 games while playing away from home, 1.2 more than he's committed over the course of the season on the road.The matchup against the Charlotte Hornets is a tough one for shot attempts from the field; the other team's starting SGs have averaged the 15th-least shot attempts per game in the league since the start of last season (12.0).The Minnesota Timberwolves have been the 6th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore reduce extra chances for scoring and assists).Over the last 5 games, their opposition has grabbed 13.2 offensive boards per game (6th-highest in the NBA) vs. the Hornets (lengthening possessions that can create more chances for offense).In contrast to last year's 65.7% clip, Nickeil Alexander-Walker's foul-shot performance has decreased this year to 26.7%.
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