BQ4050: Parallel cell thermistors

Part Number: BQ4050

Hi

I'm looking to use the BQ4050 in a design that will use 4 cells in series. We will use 18650 Li-ion batteries. We want to have 2 or 3 packs of these 4 cells connected in parallel.

For the temperature sensor, can I connect multiple NTC thermistors in parallel so I can have each battery being monitored?

If we go for 2 cells in parallel, could I use a 20k thermistor and if we use 3 cells, a 30k thermistor, for each battery?

If not, what would you recommend for the situation of having batteries in parallel?

Thanks