P.J. Tucker has been called for 3.2 personal fouls per game over the last 5 games, 0.8 more than he's been called for over the course of the year.The matchup against Boston is a difficult one for 3-pointers; when the Celtics are away from home, opposing starting PFs have compiled the 10th-lowest three rate in the league this year (29.5%).The Philadelphia 76ers have played at the slowest pace-of-play in the league over the last 25 games.The Celtics have played at the 6th-least up-tempo pace-of-play in the NBA over the last 5 games, which ought to reduce plays for the 76ers.The Philadelphia 76ers have been the worst offensive rebounding offense in the league this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce further chances for scoring and assists).
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