Marcus Smart has compiled 1.3 offensive rebounds per game over the last 10 games with the home court advantage, 0.5 more than he's compiled overall this year at home.Marcus Smart has averaged 31.4 minutes per game on his home court this year, ranking in the 82nd percentile -- putting him among the most-utilized players in the NBA.The Pistons have played at the 9th-most up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 20 games, which should raise plays for the Celtics.The Boston Celtics rank as the 10th-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 15 games on their home court (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore provide additional chances for scoring and assists).Marcus Smart will enjoy the home court advantage in this game. Playing with the home court advantage tends to improves player performance across the board.
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