The matchup against the Celtics is a hard one; they have allowed the 14th-least points per game in the league to the opposing team's starting PFs this year (14.5).The 3rd-most sluggish tempo home team in the NBA over the last 10 games has been the Heat.Offensive rebounds maintain possession and create bonus chances for scoring and assists, but the Heat grade out 6thworst in in the NBA with a mere 9.6 offensive boards per game this year.Over the last 5 games, opposing squads have come down with 13.6 offensive boards per game (highest in the NBA) vs. the Celtics (preserving possessions that can produce further opportunities for offense).This year when they are on their home court, the other team's starting PFs have attempted 3.1 free throws per game (8th-lowest in the NBA) vs. the Celtics, finding it difficult to draw fouls.
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