Published Nov 25, 8:36pm ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Nov 25, 8:36pm ET
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Updated Nov 25, 8:36pm ET
One of the games on Wednesday's NBA slate features the Boston Celtics hosting the Detroit Pistons. Who has the edge in our Celtics vs Pistons pick?
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| Boston Celtics | +3 (-115) |
| Detroit Pistons | -3 (-105) |
A 102-100 setback against the Sixers dropped Boston to 5-7. Since then, the team has won four of its last five games, including a 138-129 victory against the Orlando Magic.
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The Celtics appeared to be on their way to a comfortable win, as they led 80-57 at the break. However, thanks to a 40-point effort in the final frame, Orlando trimmed the deficit to single digits before Boston held on down the stretch.
Jaylen Brown led the way with 35 points, eight assists, and four rebounds on 14-for-26 shooting from the field. Payton Pritchard scored 19 points, handed out eight assists, and grabbed five rebounds.
The Pistons started their season splitting their first four games. But now the group has produced a 13-game winning streak, which includes a 122-117 victory against the Indiana Pacers on Monday night.
The Eastern Conference's top team held a 13-point advantage through the first three quarters before Indiana rallied to get within two points. But a missed three-pointer by Bennedict Mathurin enabled Detroit to escape with a win and tie the franchise record for most consecutive victories.
Six players reached double figures for the Pistons. Cade Cunningham scored a team-high 24 points, grabbed 11 boards, and handed out six assists. Jalen Duren finished with a double-double that consisted of 17 points and 12 rebounds.
Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.
Although Boston holds a slight 3-2 edge in the previous five meetings in this series, the Pistons have won the last two. Additionally, Detroit is a top-10 team from an offensive standpoint, and a top-five team at the other end of the court. Based on the numbers, the edge goes to the Pistons.
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Detroit Pistons
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