This year when they are at home, the opposing team's starting PFs have totaled 13.5 points per game (2nd-lowest in the NBA) vs. the Cleveland Cavaliers, resulting in a tough matchup for offensive output.The 2nd-most lethargic tempo home team in the league this year has been the Heat.The Heat are expected to see a decline in possessions today from facing the 8th-least up-tempo pace road team in the NBA over the last 5 games (the Cleveland Cavaliers).The Miami Heat rank as the 10th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA while on their home court this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore reduce further chances for scoring and assists).Out of all players in the NBA, Haywood Highsmith slots into the 19th percentile for free-throw prowess with a weak 63.9% rate this year.
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