Nikola Jokic has tallied a measly 9.4 defensive rebounds per game this season, a sizeable decrease from his 10.9 defensive rebounds per game last season.Nikola Jokic has been called for 3.4 personal fouls per game over the last 5 games, 0.8 higher than he's been called for overall this year.The Denver Nuggets have played at the most sluggish pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 10 games when playing away from home.The Timberwolves have played at the most lethargic pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games, which should lead to fewer possessions for the Nuggets.The Timberwolves have allowed the 4th-most offensive rebounds per game (11.2) in the NBA to the other team this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create added opportunities for scoring and assists).
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