The Heat's 'turd periods' have become a significant issue this season, highlighted by being outscored 131-69 in third quarters across their home games.
Miami's defensive rebounding woes were once again exploited by Sacramento, where 11 offensive boards allowed the Kings critical second-chance opportunities.
Shooting just 21-of-30 from the free-throw line, the Heat's inefficiency at the stripe ranked them second-worst in the NBA for free-throw shooting this season.
The combination of inadequate third-quarter adjustments and poor rebounding significantly undermined Miami's competitiveness in crucial moments throughout the game.
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