A: Because they stepped back to prioritize offense.

Source: https://www.bostonherald.com/2023/03/29/ask-ira-are-heat-facing-a-43-39-reality-as-their-final-record/

About two years ago he stepped away from that line of work after he was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, a chronic illness that can cause abdominal pain.

Source: https://www.heraldnet.com/life/gnome-of-the-month-club-accepting-new-members/

A cameraman stepped closer for a shot of her.

Source: https://www.pressherald.com/2023/03/27/survivor-of-highland-park-gunfire-crashes-nashville-shooting-news-conference/

According to legend, Guru stepped on these sacred imprints before flying towards Tshechudra in Gasa.

Source: https://kuenselonline.com/goen-tshephu-ney-the-sacred-cave-of-longevity/

According to sources, the LGBTQ-friendly bar lit up when the former host stepped foot inside the venue.

Source: https://madamenoire.com/1338878/wendy-williams-podcast-cacelled/

A couple of hours later, with the moon and stars above us and the lights of distant Dundee peeking between the hills, we stepped into the steaming bath and soaked up the silence and solitude.

Source: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/lifestyle/travel/5559646/relaxing-tayside-getaway-boasts-wood-fired-hot-tub-and-scandi-chic-stylings/

Adam Armstrong’s first two seasons at Saints were nightmarish from an output standpoint but the number nine has stepped up this campaign.

Source: https://www.dailyecho.co.uk/sport/23848035.every-southampton-players-contract-situation-international-break/?ref=rss

Additionally, the Heat’s role players stepped up in a big way, with Kyle Lowry, Max Strus, Gabe Vincent, and Caleb Martin all scoring at least 15 points.

Source: https://communitynewspapers.com/featured/heat-steal-game-1-with-record-breaking-quarter-shocking-celtics-in-eastern-conference-finals/

Afraid I was about to see a body wedged against the sink, I stepped in. I looked around, turned off the light, backed out quickly, and closed the door.

Source: https://www.csmonitor.com/The-Culture/The-Home-Forum/2023/0327/Awash-in-a-sea-of-shampoo?icid=rss

After a close first round Fearon stepped up a gear to win the second with the cleaner shots.

Source: https://www.peterboroughtoday.co.uk/sport/other-sport/a-mighty-medal-haul-from-the-english-riviera-for-top-yard-boxers-4258344

After all the hustling that Leandro Leviste had to do this year just to keep his solar firm SP New Energy Corp. (SPNEC) afloat, he was elected as the company’s vice chair and stepped aside as president and chief executive for Pangilinan.

Source: https://business.inquirer.net/438653/finally-christmas-for-ibc-13

After a long video review, the on-field decision to not award a penalty was changed and Willian stepped up to send his kick into the bottom-left corner, giving Fulham a third league win.

Source: https://www.newdelhitimes.com/willian-converts-two-penalties-including-stoppage-time-winner-as-fulham-wins-amid-var-controversy/

After a short period someone who was able to help stepped in and Ms Kelly was able to take a break.

Source: https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/news/liverpool-news/nurse-fought-save-elle-edwards-27129927

After a Washington timeout, Kuzma stepped out of bounds with the ball for a turnover.

Source: https://globalnews.ca/news/10089939/raptors-rally-to-111-107-win-over-wizards/

After five years in the role, Colleen Boucher has stepped down as the president of the Cobar Branch of the Country Women’s Association (CWA).

Source: http://cobarweekly.com.au/long-time-cobar-cwa-president-steps-down-from-her-role/

After killing his sister in 1963, Michael Myers stepped out of the house while still wearing his clown mask, and the police removed the mask.

Source: https://screenrant.com/halloween-movies-michael-myers-unmasked-appearance-actors/

After Marcus Siemian struck out, Seager stepped up to the plate.

Source: https://thenewtoday.gd/adolis-garcias-walk-off-hr-in-11th-leads-rangers-over-diamondbacks-in-game-1-of-world-series/

After selling its smartphone business, the company said, it moved into cloud computing and stepped up integration of software and hardware used in manufacturing systems and smart cars.

Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/03/31/business/huawei-annual-earnings-2022.html

After two decades at the Guildhall, he stepped down from Worcester City Council this month and instead ran for election in the district council’s Castlemorton, Welland and Wells ward.

Source: https://www.malverngazette.co.uk/news/23503918.marc-bayliss-fails-get-seat-malvern-district-council-election/?ref=rss

After waving to the crowd and embracing one another, Springsteen stepped to the side so Strait — a native Texan — could make his way to the microphone and talk to the crowd.

Source: https://kfyo.com/ixp/204/p/george-strait-bruce-springsteen-show-austin-video/