RJ Barrett has put up a lowly 2.9 defensive boards per game this season, quite a bit lower than his 4.2 defensive boards per game last season.The least up-tempo tempo away offense in the NBA this year has been the New York Knicks.This year, opposing teams have come down with 12.0 offensive boards per game (6th-most in the league) against the Minnesota Timberwolves (lengthening possessions that can create bonus opportunities for offense).RJ Barrett will not have the home court advantage in this game. Playing away from your home city usually reduces player performance in all stat categories.
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