As it relates to offense, the Miami Heat's feeble 44.8% field goal rate rates 6th-lowest in the NBA over the last 5 games.This year, opposing starting PFs have posted 14.5 points per game (fewest in the NBA) against the Timberwolves, labeling this as a hard matchup for offensive productivity.The 4th-least up-tempo tempo team in the league this year has been the Miami Heat.This year when they are on the road, the opposing team's starting PFs have attempted 3.1 free throws per game (9th-lowest in the league) vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves, facing an uphill battle to get to the foul line.Kevin Love will not enjoy the home court advantage in this game. Playing away from your home stadium tends to worsen player production in all facets of the game.
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