James Harden has posted a measly 5.3 defensive rebounds per game this season, quite a bit less than his 6.5 defensive rebounds per game last season.James Harden has tallied 2.8 personal fouls per game over the last 5 games, 0.8 more than he's tallied in all games this year.The Philadelphia 76ers have played at the least up-tempo pace in the league over the last 25 games.The Celtics have played at the 9th-most lethargic pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games in their home stadium, which should decrease possessions for the 76ers.The Philadelphia 76ers rank as the worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore lead to fewer opportunities for scoring and assists).
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