De'Anthony Melton Assists Prop is currently Over/Under 1.5 (-125/-105).
Key Factors
Favors Over
The Celtics have played at the 8th-fastest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 10 games in their home city, which ought to increase possessions for the 76ers.
Favors Under
De'Anthony Melton has averaged 2.4 personal fouls per game when playing on the road this year, putting him in the 79th percentile -- among the NBA's most-whistled.
The Philadelphia 76ers have played at the most lethargic pace-of-play in the league over the last 25 games.
The Philadelphia 76ers rank as the worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce additional chances for scoring and assists).
While playing at home, the Celtics have allowed the 3rd-most offensive rebounds per game (13.4) in the NBA to the other team over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide new chances for scoring and assists).
De'Anthony Melton will not have the home court advantage in this contest. Playing away from your home city generally reduces player production in all stat categories.