This year, the opposition's starting PFs have totaled 3.6 3-point attempts per game (13th-lowest in the league) vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves, creating a hard matchup.The Lakers will likely suffer a reduction in opportunities in this contest from squaring off against the 8th-most lethargic pace offense in the league over the last 10 games (the Minnesota Timberwolves).The Lakers check in as the worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA when playing on the road this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists).While on their home court, the Timberwolves have given up the 3rd-most offensive rebounds per game (12.9) in the league to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide added chances for scoring and assists).Rui Hachimura will not have the home court advantage in this game. Playing without the home court advantage tends to reduce stat production in all stat categories.
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