P.J. Washington has averaged 2.2 personal fouls per game at home this year, ranking in the 79th percentile -- among the NBA's most-whistled.The matchup against the Boston Celtics is a challenging one; they have given up the 2nd-least points per game in the league to opposing starting PFs this year (14.5).The Dallas Mavericks have played at the 4th-least up-tempo pace in the league over the last 20 games.The Boston Celtics have played at the most sluggish tempo in the league over the last 20 games away from their home city, which should reduce plays for the Dallas Mavericks.Offensive rebounds preserve possession and spark additional opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Dallas Mavericks rank 9thworst in in the league with just 10.0 offensive boards per game this year.
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