Derrick White has compiled 4.6 defensive boards per game over the last 5 games, 1.2 higher than he's compiled in all games this season.Out of all players in the league, Derrick White measures in the 92nd percentile for playing time, putting up an enormous 33.7 minutes per game this year.The Nuggets have played at the 3rd-speediest tempo in the league over the last 5 games, which should raise possessions for the Boston Celtics.Offensive rebounds preserve possession and create extra chances for scoring and assists, and the Boston Celtics grade out 10th-best in in the league at home with 11.9 offensive boards per game over the last 20 games.Derrick White will hold the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing with the home court advantage tends to boost player performance in all facets of the game.
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