Among all players in the NBA, Al Horford rates in the 78th percentile for three-pointers drained, putting up 2.0 per game this year.The matchup against the 76ers is a good one for 3-pointers; the other team's starting PFs have put up the 4th-highest 3-point rate in the league this year (40.8%).The 10th-most up-tempo pace-of-play team in the NBA over the last 5 games has been the Boston Celtics.The Celtics have been the 6th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore create new chances for scoring and assists).Al Horford ought to see a rise in efficiency in all facets of the game due to enjoying the home court advantage in this contest.
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