Marcus Smart has tallied 30.9 minutes per game while on his home court this year, ranking him in the 82nd percentile -- putting him among the most-utilized players in the league.The Boston Celtics have played at the 8th-speediest pace in the league over the last 10 games playing at home.The Hawks have played at the 5th-speediest pace-of-play in the league over the last 20 games, which should increase possessions for the Celtics.The Boston Celtics rank as the 7th-best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create additional chances for scoring and assists).On the road, the Hawks have given up the 4th-least offensive rebounds per game (8.7) in the league to opposing teams over the last 10 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce extra opportunities for scoring and assists).
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