Dennis Schroder has averaged a whopping 7.5 assists per game this year, a big improvement over his 4.2 assists per game last year.The Toronto Raptors rank as the best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA as the home team this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore lead to additional opportunities for scoring and assists).This year when they are the visiting squad, their opposition has secured 10.3 offensive rebounds per game (9th-fewest in the NBA) vs. the Celtics (turning over possessions that could otherwise generate bonus chances for offense).Dennis Schroder will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing with the home court advantage generally raises player production in all stat categories.
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