Jayson Tatum has averaged 0.1 technical fouls per game this year, ranking him as one of the highest-fouling players in the NBA when it comes to technicals (96th percentile).The matchup against the Wizards is a challenging one for three-pointers; the opposition's starting PFs have tallied the 9th-least shots from downtown per game in the NBA this year (1.3).The Wizards have played at the 4th-least up-tempo pace in the league over the last 25 games, which should lead to fewer possessions for the Celtics.The Boston Celtics check in as the 9th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate additional chances for scoring and assists).The Wizards have allowed the 5th-most offensive rebounds per game (11.0) in the NBA to opposing squads over the last 15 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide added opportunities for scoring and assists).
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