This year, the opposing team's starting PFs have compiled 14.5 points per game (lowest in the NBA) vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves, labeling this as a difficult matchup for offensive performance.The Detroit Pistons will likely experience a decrease in opportunities today from being pitted against the 8th-most sluggish pace home offense in the league this year (the Timberwolves).In terms of drawing fouls, the Detroit Pistons's unimpressive 20.8 foul shots per game while on the road places 10th-worst in the league this year.This year when they are away from home, the opposition's starting PFs have attempted 3.1 free throws per game (9th-lowest in the league) vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves, struggling to get to the foul line.Tobias Harris will not enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing away from your home stadium usually worsens player production across the board.
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