Al Horford has posted a terrific 2.1 offensive rebounds per game this season, significantly more than his 1.2 offensive rebounds per game last season.Offensive rebounds retain possession and produce added chances for scoring and assists, and the Celtics grade out 7thbest in in the league when playing on the road with 11.8 offensive boards per game over the last 8 games.At home, the New York Knicks have given up the 3rd-least offensive rebounds per game (8.9) in the NBA to opposing squads this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate extra opportunities for scoring and assists).Al Horford will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing with the home court advantage tends to improve player performance in all stat categories.
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