Nickeil Alexander-Walker has accumulated 2.8 personal fouls per game over the last 5 games, 1.0 more than he's accumulated in all games this season.The Timberwolves have played at the 6th-most lethargic tempo in the NBA over the last 20 games when playing on the road.The Nuggets have played at the 3rd-least up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games with the home court advantage, which should lead to decreased possessions for the Timberwolves.The Timberwolves have been the 7th-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).Nickeil Alexander-Walker will not have the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing away from your home stadium tends to decrease player production in all stat categories.
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