The matchup against Detroit is a difficult one for 3-point shots; when the Pistons are at home, the other team's starting SFs have shot for the 10th-lowest three percentage in the league this year (30.9%).The Miami Heat have played at the most sluggish pace in the league over the last 15 games with the home court advantage.The Pistons have played at the 9th-most lethargic pace-of-play in the league over the last 15 games, which should decrease plays for the {OPP_TEAM}.Offensive rebounds retain possession and bring about additional opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Miami Heat rank 8thworst in in the league when playing on the road with just 9.6 offensive boards per game this year.At home, the Detroit Pistons have allowed the 8th-most offensive boards per game (11.0) in the league to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide added opportunities for scoring and assists).
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