Josh Giddey has committed 2.4 personal fouls per game on the road this year, ranking him in the 76th percentile -- among the league's most-whistled.The matchup against the Heat is a challenging one for 3-pointers; on their home court, opposing teams have shot for the 2nd-lowest 3-point rate [IN_THE_LEAGUE] this year (38.1%).The Oklahoma City Thunder check in as the least efficient 3-point shooting team in the league since the start of last season on the road.The Thunder have played at the 2nd-slowest pace in the league this year, which should reduce possessions for the Heat.Josh Giddey will not possess the home court advantage in this contest. Playing without the home court advantage generally reduces player performance in all stat categories.
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