Delon Wright has totaled 3.9 assists per game this year, putting him in the 85th percentile -- among the NBA's leaders by this standard in recent games.The Celtics have played at the 6th-fastest pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games, which ought to boost possessions for the Wizards.The Celtics have allowed the 5th-least offensive rebounds per game (9.6) in the league to opposing squads this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate further chances for scoring and assists).Delon Wright will possess the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing with the home court advantage generally raises player performance in all facets of the game.
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