Pascal Siakam has accumulated 2.8 personal fouls per game on the road this year, putting him in the 91st percentile -- among the league's most foul-prone.This year, opposing starting PFs have shot 29.7% on three-pointers (5th-worst in the league) vs. the Celtics, branding this as a difficult matchup.The Boston Celtics have played at the 3rd-slowest pace-of-play in the league in their home stadium this year, which should decrease possessions for the Pacers.Offensive rebounds preserve possession and result in additional chances for scoring and assists, but the Pacers grade out 2ndworst in in the league with just 8.6 offensive boards per game this year.Pascal Siakam will not enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this game. Playing while traveling usually worsens player performance in all stat categories.
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