Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has played 31.4 minutes per game with the home court advantage this year, placing him in the 83rd percentile -- ranking among the most used players in the NBA.This year, the other team's starting SGs have averaged 6.3 three attempts per game (30th-highest in the NBA) against the Heat, resulting in a good matchup.The Nuggets rank as the 6th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 20 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to new chances for scoring and assists).The Miami Heat have given up the 3rd-least offensive boards per game (9.5) in the NBA to opposing squads this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore reduce further opportunities for scoring and assists).Kentavious Caldwell-Pope will enjoy the home court advantage in this contest. Playing on your home court usually improves stat production in all stat categories.
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