Out of all players in the league, Haywood Highsmith comes in at the 25th percentile for shooting effectiveness with a a weak 40.0% rate this year.The matchup against New York is a tough one for three-point shots; when the Knicks are at home, the other team's starting PFs have put up the 15th-lowest 3-point percentage in the league this year (18.6%).The most lethargic tempo offense in the league over the last 25 games has been the Heat.The New York Knicks have played at the least up-tempo tempo in the league at home this year, which should reduce possessions for the Heat.Offensive rebounds continue possession and produce further chances for scoring and assists, but the Heat rank 5thworst in in the league while on the road with a mere 9.4 offensive boards per game this year.
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