Quentin Grimes has sunk 2.9 threes per game over the last 15 games, 0.8 higher than he's converted from 3-point range in all games this season.The matchup against the Heat is a strong one for 3-point attempts; the other team's starting SGs have totaled the 30th-most 3-point attempts per game in the league this year (6.9).The New York Knicks check in as the 3rd-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore produce additional opportunities for scoring and assists).The Heat have allowed the least offensive rebounds per game (9.2) in the NBA to opposing teams this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate further opportunities for scoring and assists).The matchup vs. Miami may be a positive one for getting to the free throw line; opposing starting SGs have attempted a whopping 3.1 foul shots per game over the last 20 games when the Heat are away from home (29th-most in the league).
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