Tim Hardaway Jr. has committed 0.0 technical fouls per game while playing on the road this year, ranking him in the 76th percentile -- among the NBA's highest-fouling when it comes to technicals.The Boston Celtics have played at the 2nd-least up-tempo pace in the league over the last 5 games, which should reduce plays for the Dallas Mavericks.Offensive rebounds continue possession and bring about bonus opportunities for scoring and assists, but the Dallas Mavericks grade out 2ndworst in in the league while playing away from home with just 7.8 offensive rebounds per game over the last 10 games.Over the last 15 games when they are on the road, opposing clubs have collected 11.7 offensive rebounds per game (3rd-highest in the NBA) against the Celtics (saving possessions that can generate further opportunities for offense).Tim Hardaway Jr. will not enjoy the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing on the road tends to worsen player performance across the board.
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