Nickeil Alexander-Walker has played an impressive 20.8 minutes per game this season, a big improvement over his 16.1 minutes per game last season.The Timberwolves will likely see an increase in possessions in this game from facing the 4th-speediest tempo team in the NBA over the last 5 games (the Sacramento Kings).While on their home court, the Sacramento Kings have given up the 2nd-least offensive rebounds per game (9.0) in the league to opposing squads this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore lead to fewer chances for scoring and assists).Nickeil Alexander-Walker will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home city usually boosts player performance for all stats.
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