Among all players in the NBA, Khris Middleton comes in at the 76th percentile for personal fouls, averaging a monstrous 2.2 fouls per game when playing away from home this year.The 10th-most lethargic pace away team in the NBA over the last 5 games has been the Washington Wizards.The Heat have played at the most sluggish pace in the league in their home stadium this year, which ought to lead to fewer plays for the Washington Wizards.The Wizards have been the 2nd-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce extra opportunities for scoring and assists).Khris Middleton will not have the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing away from your home city generally worsens stat production across the board.
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