The matchup against Memphis is a positive one for 3-point attempts; when the Memphis Grizzlies are the visiting team, opposing starting PFs have totaled the 30th-most 3-point attempts per game in the NBA this year (6.5). The Memphis Grizzlies have played at the 5th-most up-tempo pace in the league over the last 5 games without the home court advantage, which ought to boost plays for the Timberwolves. The Grizzlies have given up the 9th-least offensive boards per game (10.4) in the league to opposing clubs this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore reduce further chances for scoring and assists). This year, the other team's starting PFs have attempted 4.6 foul shots per game (26th-highest in the league) vs. the Grizzlies, finding it easy to get to the charity stripe.