Al Horford has compiled a terrific 6.2 defensive boards per game this year, quite a bit more than his 5.3 defensive boards per game last year.Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and bring about additional opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Celtics grade out 7thbest in in the league while playing at home with 12.0 offensive rebounds per game over the last 6 games.Al Horford will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing at home usually boosts player performance across the board.
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