This year, the opposition's starting PGs have shot 39.8% on shots from the field (15th-weakest in the league) against the Minnesota Timberwolves, creating a hard matchup.The Timberwolves have played at the 4th-most lethargic pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 25 games, which should lead to decreased opportunities for the Spurs.Offensive rebounds continue possession and produce extra opportunities for scoring and assists, but the San Antonio Spurs rank 7thworst in in the NBA while on the road with just 9.9 offensive boards per game this year.Over the last 5 games, opposing clubs have nabbed 11.6 offensive rebounds per game (9th-highest in the NBA) against the Minnesota Timberwolves (continuing possessions that can produce bonus chances for offense).Over the last 15 games, opposing starting PGs have attempted 3.3 free throws per game (9th-fewest in the league) against the Timberwolves, making it tough to draw fouls.
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