Kristaps Porzingis has compiled 2.8 assists per game over the last 5 games while on his home court, 0.9 more than he's compiled in all games this year at home.Out of all players in the league, Kristaps Porzingis slots into the 76th percentile for playing time, registering an enormous 29.9 minutes per game while on his home court this year.The Celtics are expected to get a boost in opportunities in this game from facing the 6th-most up-tempo pace-of-play away offense in the league over the last 25 games (the Memphis Grizzlies).Offensive rebounds maintain possession and generate bonus chances for scoring and assists, and the Celtics grade out 10thbest in in the league on their home court with 10.8 offensive boards per game over the last 25 games.Kristaps Porzingis will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing at home generally improves player performance in all stat categories.
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