Markelle Fultz has tallied 5.6 assists per game this year, putting him in the 94th percentile -- among the NBA's best by this metric over this stretch of games.The Orlando Magic have played at the 7th-most up-tempo pace in the NBA over the last 5 games on their home court.The Celtics have given up the most offensive rebounds per game (8.4) in the NBA to opposing squads over the last 10 games without the home court advantage (which can also create additional opportunities for scoring and assists).Markelle Fultz will enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing at home tends to raises player production across the board.
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