The Heat have played at the 8th-fastest pace in the NBA over the last 5 games, which ought to increase opportunities for the Knicks.The New York Knicks have been the 2nd-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore create new opportunities for scoring and assists).The Heat have allowed the least offensive rebounds per game (9.1) in the NBA to opposing clubs this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore lead to fewer opportunities for scoring and assists).Isaiah Hartenstein has attempted 2.2 foul shots per game over the last 5 games, 1.3 higher than he's attempted over the course of the year.The matchup against the Heat is a hard one for getting to the foul line; opposing teams have attempted just 21.1 free throws per game this year (least in the NBA).
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