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The matchup vs. the Miami Heat is a favorable one; they have given up the 4th-most points per game in the league to the opposing team's starting PGs over the last 10 games (23.1).The Philadelphia 76ers have played at the 6th-speediest pace in the NBA over the last 5 games.The Miami Heat have played at the most up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA this year, which should boost opportunities for the Philadelphia 76ers.Offensive rebounds retain possession and bring about more opportunities for scoring and assists, and the 76ers rank 9th-best in in the NBA with 12.1 offensive boards per game this year.The matchup vs. the Miami Heat may be a strong one for getting to the foul line; opposing starting PGs have attempted a massive 5.8 foul shots per game over the last 5 games (3rd-most in the league).
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