Derrick White has made 4.2 threes per game over the last 5 games on the road, 1.3 higher than he's made from beyond the arc in all games this year away from home.Out of all players in the league, Derrick White comes in at the 85th percentile for playing time, logging an enormous 32.6 minutes per game this year.The matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder is a strong one for three-pointers; opposing starting SGs have put up the 29th-highest three percentage in the league this year (44.1%).The Thunder have played at the 4th-most up-tempo tempo in the league over the last 15 games with the home court advantage, which ought to increase possessions for the Celtics.The Boston Celtics have been the 3rd-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games away from home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide added opportunities for scoring and assists).
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