John Collins has tallied 3.0 personal fouls per game this year, putting him among the most-whistled players in the NBA (96th percentile).The matchup against the Celtics is a hard one for three-point attempts; opposing starting PFs have averaged the 12th-least 3-point attempts per game in the league over the last 25 games (3.0).The Atlanta Hawks have played at the 9th-least up-tempo pace in the NBA over the last 5 games.The Celtics have played at the 5th-most sluggish pace in the league over the last 20 games away from their home stadium, which ought to lead to fewer plays for the Hawks.The Atlanta Hawks have been the 9th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA playing at home this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce additional chances for scoring and assists).
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