The matchup vs. Indiana is a favorable one for 3-pointers; when the Indiana Pacers are the visiting squad, the other team's starting SGs have put up the highest 3-point rate in the NBA this year (52.4%).The Indiana Pacers have played at the 4th-most up-tempo pace in the league over the last 15 games without the home court advantage, which should lead to increased plays for the Boston Celtics.Offensive rebounds retain possession and produce extra opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Celtics rank 3rd-best in in the NBA at home with 13.0 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games.
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