The matchup vs. Boston is a favorable one for shot attempts from beyond the arc; when the Celtics are the visiting squad, the opposition's starting Cs have averaged the 26th-most 3-point attempts per game in the league this year (2.2).The Atlanta Hawks have played at the 3rd-speediest pace-of-play in the NBA this year.The Hawks check in as the 2nd-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide additional opportunities for scoring and assists).This year when they have the home court advantage, their opposition has come down with 10.0 offensive rebounds per game (8th-lowest in the league) against the Celtics (turning over possessions that could otherwise bring about additional opportunities for offense).
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