Scottie Barnes has averaged a terrific 3.0 offensive boards per game this year, a sizeable increase from his 2.4 offensive boards per game last year.Out of all players in the league, Scottie Barnes registers in the 91st percentile for playing time, compiling a whopping 34.5 minutes per game this year.The Toronto Raptors rank as the best offensive rebounding offense in the NBA as the home team this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession and can therefore lead to additional opportunities for scoring and assists).This year when they are the visiting squad, their opposition has secured 10.3 offensive rebounds per game (9th-fewest in the NBA) vs. the Celtics (turning over possessions that could otherwise generate bonus chances for offense).Scottie Barnes stands to see an increase in performance in all facets of the game as a result of controlling the home court advantage in this matchup.
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