Haywood Highsmith has averaged 24.8 minutes per game over the last 5 games while at home, 5.7 higher than he's averaged overall this year at home.The Miami Heat are expected to see a rise in plays in this game from competing against the 10th-fastest pace-of-play road offense in the league this year (the Grizzlies).The Grizzlies have allowed the 10th-least offensive rebounds per game (10.4) in the NBA to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate extra chances for scoring and assists).Haywood Highsmith is expected to see a rise in effectiveness in all stat categories as a result of enjoying the home court advantage in this game.
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