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While the Miami Heat continue to look dreadful on the boards, it’s been defensive rebounding that has grown to be a particularly large issue. Opponents are corralling 12.7 offensive rebounds per 100 possessions over the last two weeks – up from 11.5 for the season – and that should put Trayce Jackson-Davis in the driver’s seat on Tuesday.

As the calendar flips to a new year, Cleveland is out to the best start in franchise history, winning 31 of its first 35 games. Thanks to dominance on both ends of the floor, the Cavs are one of two teams on pace to reach 70 wins during the 2024-25 season,

The Cavaliers became just the eighth team in NBA history to win at least 31 of their first 35 games. But their sights remain set on playoff readiness.