Marcus Smart has put up 1.6 steals per game this year, ranking in the 98th percentile -- among the league's best by this metric recently.Marcus Smart has played 30.9 minutes per game while on his home court this year, putting him in the 82nd percentile -- putting him among the most-used players in the NBA.The Boston Celtics have played at the 9th-quickest pace in the league over the last 10 games when playing at home.The Hawks have played at the 4th-speediest pace in the NBA over the last 25 games, which should boost opportunities for the Celtics.Marcus Smart will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing with the home court advantage tends to raises player production in all facets of the game.
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