Wendell Carter Jr. has tallied just 6.7 defensive rebounds per game this season, significantly less than his 8.2 defensive rebounds per game last season.Wendell Carter Jr. has accumulated 2.8 personal fouls per game while on the road this year, putting him in the 89th percentile -- among the league's most foul-prone.The Orlando Magic check in as the 3rd-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 10 games (which also eliminates additional opportunities for scoring and assists).The Magic have played at the 2nd-slowest pace in the NBA over the last 10 games with the home court advantage, which should lead to decreased opportunities for the Heat.Wendell Carter Jr. will not possess the home court advantage in this game. Playing while traveling usually reduces player production across the board.
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