The Celtics have played at the 3rd-slowest tempo in the league over the last 5 games, which should lead to decreased possessions for the Golden State Warriors.Over the last 20 games when they are away from home, their opposition has nabbed 11.8 offensive rebounds per game (2nd-most in the NBA) vs. the Boston Celtics (saving possessions that can bring about extra chances for offense).As a team, the Warriors have been quite unsuccesful at getting to the charity stripe recently: 2nd-worst in the league over the last 25 games, tallying a mere 18.6 free throw attempts per game.The matchup vs. Boston may be a hard one for drawing fouls; opposing starting SFs have attempted a mere 2.6 foul shots per game over the last 10 games when the Boston Celtics are playing at home (12th-least in the league).Moses Moody will not receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing away from your home court usually reduces player performance in all stat categories.
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