The matchup vs. the Philadelphia 76ers is a tough one; they have given up the 15th-least points per game in the NBA to the opposing team's starting SFs this year (11.3).The Heat have played at the slowest pace in the league over the last 20 games away from their home court.The Miami Heat rank as the 4th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA on the road this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore lead to fewer chances for scoring and assists).Over the last 20 games when they are the visiting squad, opposing squads have collected 12.7 offensive boards per game (most in the league) vs. the Philadelphia 76ers (retaining possessions that can result in further chances for offense).The matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers is a tough one for drawing fouls; opposing starting SFs have attempted just 1.5 foul shots per game this year (15th-least in the league).
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