This year when they are at home, the other team's starting PGs have shot 45.5% on field goal attempts (9th-best in the league) against the Houston Rockets, identifying this as a strong matchup.The Houston Rockets have played at the 4th-speediest tempo in the league over the last 5 games away from their home city, which should lead to more possessions for the Celtics.The Celtics check in as the 5th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 15 games when playing at home (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore lead to additional chances for scoring and assists).This year when they are at home, the opposing team's starting PGs have attempted 5.2 free throws per game (5th-most in the league) vs. the Houston Rockets, making it fairly effortless to get to the free-throw line.
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