Kevin Love has tallied just 0.8 offensive boards per game this season, a significant dropoff from his 1.0 offensive boards per game last season.In comparison to last year's 19.4 clip, Kevin Love's playing time has dropped this year to 15.2 minutes per game.The Heat have been the 4th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate additional chances for scoring and assists).The Hornets have allowed the 9th-most offensive boards per game (11.5) in the league to the other team this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create new chances for scoring and assists).Kevin Love ought to suffer a drop-off in productivity in all stat categories in light of playing on the visting team in this contest.
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