Nikola Jokic has tallied a measly 9.4 defensive rebounds per game this season, significantly lower than his 10.9 defensive rebounds per game last season.Nikola Jokic has committed 2.6 personal fouls per game this year, putting him among the most-whistled players in the league (86th percentile).The Denver Nuggets have played at the 4th-least up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games.The Timberwolves have played at the 8th-least up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games, which ought to lead to decreased plays for the Nuggets.The Timberwolves have allowed the 4th-most offensive rebounds per game (11.3) in the league to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore produce added opportunities for scoring and assists).
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