What the Four Factors (+Pace) say:
| Team | Pace | eFG% | TO% | OR% | FTA/FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago (Off.) | 95.4 (14) | 46.6 (28) | 13.8 (19) | 28.0 (8) | 27.5 (25) |
| Miami (Def.) | 92.4 (28) | 49.3 (14) | 14.3 (8) | 25.6 (8) | 35.0 (27) |
| Team | Pace | eFG% | TO% | OR% | FTA/FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago (Def.) | 95.4 (14) | 47.9 (6) | 12.5 (25) | 25.7 (10) | 27.3 (6) |
| Miami (Off.) | 92.4 (28) | 49.2 (18) | 12.4 (6) | 26.3 (17) | 35.0 (4) |
SOURCE: Hoopdata.com
What it all means:
Miami, while they play at a slow pace, is aggressive enough in the half court to get to the free throw line. The Heat’s free-throw rate (FTA/FGA) is fourth-highest in the NBA. With no Joakim Noah, expect the Heat to be even more aggressive attacking the rim. On defense, Miami creates a lot of turnovers, primarily because of Dwyane Wade’s ability to get steals.
Bulls’ injury report: Jerome James and Joakim Noah are out; Taj Gibson is probable.
Heat’s injury report: Mario Chalmers has a sprained thumb.
Heat Blogs: Hot Hot Hoops, Peninsula is Mightier
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