This year, the opposition's starting PFs have averaged 14.5 points per game (2nd-fewest in the league) vs. the Celtics, branding this as a difficult matchup for offensive effectiveness.The Pacers have played at the 6th-slowest pace in the league over the last 15 games.The Celtics have played at the most sluggish pace in the NBA over the last 15 games away from their home stadium, which should decrease opportunities for the Indiana Pacers.The Indiana Pacers rank as the 9th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA playing at home this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore lead to fewer opportunities for scoring and assists).Compared to last season's 6.7 clip, Pascal Siakam's number of free throws has regressed this season to 4.7 free throws per game.
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