Jayson Tatum has compiled 8.7 defensive rebounds per game this year, putting him in the company of the best players in the NBA by this metric: 100th percentile.Jayson Tatum has averaged 36.4 minutes per game when playing at home this year, placing him in the 99th percentile -- seeing the court more than most players in the league.The Orlando Magic have played at the 7th-quickest pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 15 games away from their home court, which ought to increase opportunities for the Boston Celtics.The Celtics check in as the 2nd-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 9 games away from their home court (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore lead to new opportunities for scoring and assists).The Magic have given up the least offensive boards per game (8.1) in the league to their opposition this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate extra chances for scoring and assists).
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