Al Horford has posted 2.8 assists per game this year, ranking in the 77th percentile -- among the NBA's best in this category recently.The Celtics are expected to see an increase in possessions in this game from competing against the 5th-speediest pace road offense in the league this year (the Pistons).Offensive rebounds retain possession and generate further chances for scoring and assists, and the Boston Celtics grade out 1stbest in in the NBA with 13.6 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games.Over the last 20 games, their opposition has come down with 10.0 offensive boards per game (4th-fewest in the NBA) vs. the Pistons (shortening possessions that could otherwise spark added opportunities for offense).Al Horford is expected to see a rise in production in all stat categories due to enjoying the home court advantage in this contest.
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