Jrue Holiday has averaged a terrific 6.8 rebounds per game this year, significantly more than his 5.2 rebounds per game last year.Jrue Holiday has tallied 33.1 minutes per game while on the road this year, ranking in the 88th percentile -- seeing the court more than most players in the league.The Celtics will likely see an increase in possessions in this game from sharing the court with the 8th-quickest pace-of-play home offense in the league over the last 20 games (the Magic).This year when they are the visiting team, opposing teams have captured 9.3 offensive boards per game (3rd-lowest in the NBA) vs. the Magic (lessening possessions that could otherwise bring about extra opportunities for offense).Jrue Holiday stands to get a boost in efficiency in all facets of the game on account of owning the home court advantage in this matchup.
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