In contrast to last season's 34.4% mark, Kevin Love's scoring ability has been reduced this season to 36.8%.Compared to last season's 29.3% rate, Kevin Love's three-point performance has declined this season to 33.0%.Offensive rebounds retain possession and spark more opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Heat grade out 10thworst in in the league without the home court advantage with only 9.9 offensive rebounds per game this year.This year, opposing teams have secured 11.8 offensive boards per game (9th-highest in the league) against the Hornets (retaining possessions that can spark further opportunities for offense).This matchup is a positive one for getting to the foul line; when the Hornets have the home court advantage, the other team has attempted an enormous 26.2 foul shots per game this year (2nd-most in the league).
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