As it relates to offense, the Boston Celtics's subpar 44.1% field goal rate settles in as the 6th-lowest in the league over the last 5 games.Over the last 10 games when they are the visiting team, the other team's starting PGs have posted 12.8 points per game (14th-lowest in the NBA) against the Rockets, making this a challenging matchup for offensive production.The 8th-least up-tempo pace team in the league this year has been the Celtics.Over the last 10 games when they are on the road, the opposition's starting PGs have attempted 1.7 foul shots per game (14th-fewest in the NBA) vs. the Houston Rockets, making it tough to get to the foul line.Derrick White will not enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing on the road tends to lower stat production for all stats.
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