T.J. McConnell has averaged a lowly 14.4 minutes per game this season, quite a bit less than his 19.9 minutes per game last season.The Minnesota Timberwolves have played at the 9th-most sluggish pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games, which should decrease plays for the Indiana Pacers.The Pacers check in as the 7th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate additional chances for scoring and assists).This year when they are on the road, their opposition has secured 12.9 offensive rebounds per game (3rd-most in the league) against the Minnesota Timberwolves (saving possessions that can result in bonus opportunities for offense).T.J. McConnell will not hold the home court advantage in this contest. Playing on the road tends to worsen stat production across the board.
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