Sam Merrill has compiled 1.9 rebounds per game while playing on the road this year, ranking in the 24th percentile -- among the NBA's worst by this standard.The 10th-slowest tempo team in the league over the last 5 games has been the Cleveland Cavaliers.The Heat have played at the 2nd-least up-tempo pace in the league in their home city this year, which ought to decrease opportunities for the Cavaliers.Sam Merrill will not enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing without the home court advantage usually decreases stat production across the board.
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