Jayson Tatum has compiled 4.3 assists per game this year, ranking him in the 86th percentile -- one of the best in the league in this category in recent games.Among all players in the NBA, Jayson Tatum places in the 97th percentile for playing time, logging an enormous 35.6 minutes per game while playing at home this year.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).
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