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After splitting the first two games of the NBA Finals in Denver, the Heat are back home for Games 3 and 4. Here are three critical keys for the Heat to keep championship dreams alive:
• Stay aggressive on offense. Miami was much more aggressive in Game 2, making 18 of 20 free throws as a result.
• Slow down Nikola Jokic. In the series’ first two games, Jokic recorded a triple-double and added a 41-point game. Miami needs to contain him better.
• Jimmy Butler has averaged 17 points, five rebounds, and eight assists. He must deliver a superstar’s post-season game at home.
– Cole Pepper, Extensive Enterprises