Among all players in the league, Payton Pritchard comes in at the 20th percentile for playing time, registering just 12.6 minutes per game without the home court advantage since the start of last season.The {OPP_TEAM} are expected to suffer a drop-off in plays in this game from competing against the 7th-most sluggish pace road offense in the NBA this year (the Timberwolves).The Celtics have been the 9th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league while at home since the start of last season (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate extra chances for scoring and assists).Since the start of last season when they are on the road, their opposition has captured 11.2 offensive boards per game (5th-highest in the league) vs. the Timberwolves (continuing possessions that can bring about added chances for offense).Payton Pritchard will not possess the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing away from your home court tends to worsen player performance in all stat categories.
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