The Timberwolves rank as the 7th-least aggressive offense in the NBA this year as it relates to three-point attempts.This matchup is a positive one; when the Nets are on the road, they have allowed the 5th-most points per game in the league to the other team over the last 5 games (123.0).The Minnesota Timberwolves have played at the 3rd-most sluggish tempo in the NBA over the last 25 games.The Nets have played at the 7th-most sluggish pace-of-play in the league over the last 25 games, which should decrease possessions for the Minnesota Timberwolves.This matchup may be a strong one for getting to the free-throw line; when the Brooklyn Nets are the visiting team, opposing squads have attempted a monstrous 25.2 free throws per game over the last 5 games (4th-most in the NBA).
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