The matchup against the Celtics is a challenging one for shots from the field; opposing starting SFs have totaled the 12th-least baskets per game in the NBA this year (5.1).The Celtics have played at the 3rd-most sluggish pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 25 games in their home city, which ought to decrease plays for the Nets.The Brooklyn Nets rank as the 10th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA away from their home court this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce further opportunities for scoring and assists).When playing at home, the Celtics have given up the 3rd-most offensive rebounds per game (11.6) in the league to the other team over the last 5 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore provide new opportunities for scoring and assists).
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