Kevin Love has been called for 2.4 personal fouls per game over the last 5 games, 0.8 higher than he's been called for over the course of the season.The Knicks have played at the 2nd-slowest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games, which ought to reduce plays for the Heat.The Miami Heat check in as the worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 25 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore lead to fewer chances for scoring and assists).Kevin Love will not enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing while traveling tends to worsens player performance across the board.
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