This year, the opposition's starting SFs have averaged 12.2 field goal attempts per game (24th-most in the NBA) vs. the Heat, branding this as a positive matchup.Offensive rebounds save possession and bring about further opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Charlotte Hornets rank 7thbest in in the league as the away team with 11.4 offensive boards per game over the last 19 games.The Heat have allowed the least offensive boards per game (9.3) in the league to opposing squads this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate additional chances for scoring and assists).Over the last 5 games, opposing starting SFs have attempted 6.0 free throws per game (28th-highest in the NBA) against the Heat, easily managing to get to the free-throw line.
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