Derrick White has averaged 31.5 minutes per game on his home court this year, ranking him in the 82nd percentile -- some of the highest playing time of any player in the NBA.The Celtics are expected to see an increase in possessions in this game from competing against the 5th-speediest pace road offense in the league this year (the Pistons).Offensive rebounds retain possession and generate further chances for scoring and assists, and the Boston Celtics grade out 1stbest in in the NBA with 13.6 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games.Over the last 20 games, their opposition has come down with 10.0 offensive boards per game (4th-fewest in the NBA) vs. the Pistons (shortening possessions that could otherwise spark added opportunities for offense).Derrick White should see an increase in performance in all facets of the game as a result of possessing the home court advantage in this matchup.
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