Jimmy Butler has averaged 0.1 technical fouls per game while on the road this year, ranking him in the 88th percentile -- among the league's highest-fouling when it comes to getting T'ed up.The Miami Heat have played at the 2nd-least up-tempo pace in the NBA this year.The Hornets have played at the 10th-least up-tempo pace-of-play in the league over the last 10 games at home, which should reduce possessions for the Heat.Playing at home, the Hornets have allowed the most offensive rebounds per game (11.9) in the NBA to opposing squads this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide new chances for scoring and assists).Jimmy Butler will not have the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing away from your home stadium generally decreases player production across the board.
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