The Brooklyn Nets have played at the 7th-least up-tempo tempo in the NBA over the last 5 games, which ought to decrease plays for the Celtics.While on the road, the Nets have allowed the 8th-most offensive rebounds per game (11.5) in the NBA to their opposition over the last 20 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide new opportunities for scoring and assists).As a team, the Boston Celtics have been lousy at getting to the charity stripe in recent games: 3rd-worst in the NBA over the last 10 games while on their home court, averaging a measly 18.0 free throw attempts per game.Over the last 5 games when they are playing at home, their opposition has attempted 28.2 free throws per game (highest in the NBA) vs. the Brooklyn Nets, finding it easy to get to the free-throw line.
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