The Pacers rank as the 4th-highest scoring offense in the NBA this year with respect to shots from downtown.This year, the other team's starting PGs have averaged 6.2 3-point attempts per game (22nd-most in the NBA) vs. the Miami Heat, creating a strong matchup.The Indiana Pacers have played at the quickest pace in the league when playing at home this year.The Pacers are expected to see a spike in plays in this game from facing the 9th-fastest pace-of-play away offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (the Miami Heat).This year when they are playing at home, opposing squads have collected 9.6 offensive boards per game (5th-lowest in the league) vs. the Heat (diminishing possessions that could otherwise spark extra opportunities for offense).
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