Sam Hauser Points Scored Props • Boston
Compared to last year's 1.6 rate, Sam Hauser's threes sunk have jumped this year to 2.7 per game. Sam Hauser has tallied a terrific 21.6 minutes per game this year, significantly higher than his 14.2 minutes per game last year. The Celtics are expected to see a spike in opportunities in this game from being pitted against the 7th-fastest pace-of-play road offense in the league over the last 15 games (the Orlando Magic). The Boston Celtics rank as the 2nd-best offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 9 games while on their home court (offensive rebounds maintain possession and may therefore create new opportunities for scoring and assists). This year, their opposition has brought down 8.1 offensive rebounds per game (fewest in the NBA) vs. the Magic (turning over possessions that could otherwise bring about added chances for offense).