Marcus Smart has compiled 6.2 assists per game this year, putting him among the best players in the league by this metric: 95th percentile.Marcus Smart has tallied 30.7 minutes per game while at home this year, placing him in the 82nd percentile -- putting him among the most-utilized players in the NBA.The Boston Celtics have played at the 8th-most up-tempo pace in the league over the last 10 games while on their home court.The 76ers have given up the least offensive rebounds per game (6.6) in the NBA to opposing squads over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate extra opportunities for scoring and assists).Marcus Smart will have the home court advantage in this contest. Playing in your home stadium usually boosts player production across the board.
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