Darius Garland has played 35.4 minutes per game while playing away from home since the start of last season, ranking in the 98th percentile -- putting him among the most-utilized players in the NBA.Over the last 5 games when they are the visiting team, the opposing team's starting PGs have totaled 8.8 3-point attempts per game (29th-most in the NBA) against the Miami Heat, resulting in a favorable matchup.Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and produce added chances for scoring and assists, and the Cleveland Cavaliers grade out 6thbest in in the league on their home court with 11.8 offensive boards per game this year.When playing on the road, the Heat have allowed the 7th-least offensive rebounds per game (9.5) in the NBA to their opposition over the last 10 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further chances for scoring and assists).Darius Garland stands to see an increase in effectiveness for all stats on account of owning the home court advantage in this contest.
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