Nickeil Alexander-Walker has made 35.9% of his shot attempts from the field over the last 15 games on the road, 6.2% lower than he's put through the hoop in all games this season while playing on the road.The 2nd-most lethargic pace-of-play offense in the NBA over the last 10 games has been the Minnesota Timberwolves.The Lakers have played at the 5th-least up-tempo pace in the NBA over the last 15 games in their home stadium, which should lead to fewer opportunities for the Timberwolves.Offensive rebounds continue possession and bring about extra chances for scoring and assists, but the Minnesota Timberwolves grade out 8thworst in in the league as the away team with just 10.2 offensive boards per game this year.Nickeil Alexander-Walker figures to suffer a reduction in efficiency in all stat categories considering playing on the visting team in this matchup.
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