Max Strus has attempted 8.4 shots from behind the three-point arc per game over the last 5 games, 1.5 higher than he's attempted overall this season.The Miami Heat have been the 6th-most aggressive offense in the NBA over the last 5 games as it relates to attempts from beyond the arc.The matchup against the Knicks is a good one for attempts from downtown; the other team's starting SGs have averaged the 30th-most three attempts per game in the NBA over the last 5 games (8.8).The Knicks have given up the least offensive rebounds per game (8.3) in the NBA to their opposition over the last 25 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce further opportunities for scoring and assists).Max Strus will have the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing on your home court usually raises player performance for all stats.
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