The matchup vs. Boston is a hard one for field goals; when the Celtics are the visiting squad, the opposing team's starting SGs have put up the 4th-lowest field goal percentage in the NBA this year (38.1%).The 4th-slowest tempo team in the NBA over the last 10 games has been the Timberwolves.Offensive rebounds save possession and generate further chances for scoring and assists, but the Minnesota Timberwolves grade out 10thworst in in the league with a mere 9.9 offensive boards per game this year.This year, the opposing team's starting SGs have attempted 2.0 foul shots per game (6th-lowest in the NBA) against the Celtics, facing an uphill battle to draw fouls.
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