Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and lead to further chances for scoring and assists, but the Pacers grade out 3rdworst in in the NBA as the away team with a mere 8.6 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games.Obi Toppin has converted a measly 60.0% of his free throw attempts this season, quite a bit lower than his 78.4 mark last season.This year when they are at home, the other team's starting PFs have attempted 3.2 foul shots per game (8th-lowest in the league) against the Heat, making it tough to get to the free-throw line.Obi Toppin will not hold the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing away from your home stadium usually reduces player performance for all stats.
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