The matchup vs. the 76ers is a challenging one for shots from the field; the opposing team's starting PGs have tallied the 15th-least shots made from the field per game in the league this year (5.7).The Boston Celtics have played at the 3rd-slowest pace in the league over the last 5 games.The 76ers have played at the most sluggish pace in the league over the last 25 games, which should lead to fewer opportunities for the Celtics.The Boston Celtics rank as the 3rd-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 10 games on the road (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore eliminate extra chances for scoring and assists).Malcolm Brogdon has successfully made a mere 2.3 free throws per game this season, a sizeable decrease from his 4.0 rate last season.
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