Pascal Siakam has committed 2.9 personal fouls per game while playing away from home this year, putting him in the 92nd percentile -- among the NBA's most-whistled.This year, opposing starting PFs have shot 29.7% on three-pointers (5th-weakest in the NBA) against the Boston Celtics, branding this as a hard matchup.The Boston Celtics have played at the 4th-most sluggish pace-of-play in the NBA at home this year, which should reduce opportunities for the Indiana Pacers.The Pacers have been the worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA over the last 25 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore lead to fewer chances for scoring and assists).Pascal Siakam will not enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing away from your home court generally decreases stat production in all facets of the game.
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