This year when they are on their home court, the opposition's starting SGs have shot 38.1% on field goals (12th-lowest in the league) vs. the Boston Celtics, designating this as a tough matchup.The Boston Celtics have played at the 3rd-most lethargic tempo in the league over the last 25 games, which ought to lead to fewer opportunities for the San Antonio Spurs.The Spurs check in as the 8th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate additional opportunities for scoring and assists).The Celtics have given up the 4th-most offensive boards per game (12.4) in the league to opposing teams over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore lead to new chances for scoring and assists).The matchup vs. the Celtics is a difficult one for getting to the free-throw line; the opposing team's starting SGs have attempted just 2.0 free throws per game this year (10th-least in the league).
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