Michael Porter Jr. has sunk a terrific 2.9 3-point shots per game this year, a big improvement over his 1.1 rate last year.Michael Porter Jr. has tallied 29.2 minutes per game at home this year, placing him in the 77th percentile -- seeing the court more than most players in the NBA.The matchup vs. the Heat is a strong one for three-pointers; the opposition's starting SFs have averaged the 29th-most threes per game in the league this year (2.1).The Denver Nuggets have been the 8th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 20 games while on their home court (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create additional opportunities for scoring and assists).While on the road, the Heat have allowed the least offensive rebounds per game (9.2) in the NBA to opposing squads this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore lead to fewer opportunities for scoring and assists).
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