Jrue Holiday has played 33.2 minutes per game with the home court advantage this year, putting him in the 87th percentile -- ranking among the most used players in the NBA.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).Jrue Holiday ought to see a spike in production across the board considering holding the home court advantage in this contest.
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