Haywood Highsmith has tallied a whopping 21.6 minutes per game this year, significantly higher than his 15.7 minutes per game last year.The Heat have been the most efficient 3-point shooting team in the NBA playing at home this year.This year when they are on their home court, opposing starting SFs have averaged 2.3 3-pointers per game (26th-most in the NBA) against the Orlando Magic, labeling this as a favorable matchup.The Magic have allowed the 2nd-least offensive rebounds per game (9.3) in the league to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore lead to fewer chances for scoring and assists).Haywood Highsmith will likely see a spike in output in all facets of the game on account of holding the home court advantage in this game.
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