Out of all players in the NBA, Jaime Jaquez Jr. rates in the 13th percentile for 3-point ability with a a weak 18.5% rate this year.The Hornets have played at the most sluggish pace in the league over the last 5 games in their home stadium, which ought to decrease opportunities for the Miami Heat.Offensive rebounds maintain possession and lead to further opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Miami Heat rank 4thworst in in the league when playing at home with just 9.1 offensive rebounds per game this year.With the home court advantage, the Charlotte Hornets have allowed the most offensive boards per game (13.2) in the NBA to opposing squads over the last 10 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore produce additional chances for scoring and assists).This year when they are away from home, their opposition has attempted 25.0 free throws per game (7th-highest in the NBA) against the Charlotte Hornets, succeeding in their efforts to draw fouls.
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