Cam Thomas has averaged 10.1 minutes per game over the last 10 games, -6.7 less than he's averaged overall this season.The Celtics have played at the 3rd-most sluggish pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 25 games in their home city, which ought to decrease plays for the Nets.The Brooklyn Nets rank as the 10th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA away from their home court this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce further opportunities for scoring and assists).When playing at home, the Celtics have given up the 3rd-most offensive rebounds per game (11.6) in the league to the other team over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide new opportunities for scoring and assists).Cam Thomas will not enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing without the home court advantage usually decreases stat production across the board.
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