Out of all players in the NBA, Rudy Gobert rates in the 85th percentile for playing time, putting up a massive 32.7 minutes per game this year.The Minnesota Timberwolves have played at the 10th-quickest pace in the league over the last 5 games with the home court advantage.The Minnesota Timberwolves are expected to see an increase in opportunities in this game from sharing the court with the 7th-fastest tempo road offense in the league over the last 5 games (the Pelicans).This year when they have the home court advantage, opposing squads have brought down 8.9 offensive boards per game (lowest in the league) vs. the Pelicans (shortening possessions that could otherwise bring about more opportunities for offense).Rudy Gobert will enjoy the home court advantage in this contest. Playing at home tends to boost stat production for all stats.
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