Joel Embiid has tallied 1.9 blocks per game with the home court advantage this year, ranking in the 98th percentile -- among the NBA's best by this metric.Joel Embiid has averaged 32.7 minutes per game this year, putting him among the most-utilized players in the league: 84th percentile.The Philadelphia 76ers have played at the 3rd-quickest pace in the league over the last 5 games.The Boston Celtics have played at the 10th-quickest pace-of-play in the league over the last 5 games away from their home stadium, which should increase possessions for the 76ers.Joel Embiid will likely see a rise in productivity across the board in light of having the home court advantage in this matchup.
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