The matchup against Philadelphia is a difficult one for 3-pointers; when the 76ers are on the road, the other team's starting SGs have compiled the 12th-lowest 3-point rate in the NBA this year (31.9%).The Boston Celtics have played at the 3rd-slowest pace in the league over the last 5 games.The 76ers have played at the slowest pace-of-play in the league over the last 25 games, which ought to lead to fewer possessions for the Celtics.The Boston Celtics have been the 4th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 5 games with the home court advantage (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate extra opportunities for scoring and assists).
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