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Celtics Face Surging Pistons After Sixth Straight Win

Boston heads to Detroit for the second game of a back-to-back, while the Pistons aim for their first eight-game winning streak in 17 years.

Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) shoots over Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) during the second half of NBA basketball action in Toronto on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Thomas Skrlj
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TORONTO, CANADA - FEBRUARY 25: Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics dribbles the ball during the first half against Immanuel Quickley #5 of the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena on February 25, 2025 in Toronto, Canada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin Sousa/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • The Boston Celtics defeated the Toronto Raptors 111-101 on Tuesday, securing their sixth consecutive victory despite missing key players Kristaps Porzingis, Jrue Holiday, and Al Horford.
  • Jaylen Brown led the Celtics with 24 points but left the game late due to a leg injury, and his status for Wednesday’s game against Detroit remains uncertain.
  • The Detroit Pistons, currently sixth in the Eastern Conference, are riding a seven-game winning streak and are seeking their first eight-game streak since 2008.
  • Cade Cunningham, averaging career highs in points, assists, and rebounds, has been pivotal to Detroit's success under Coach J.B. Bickerstaff, who is being praised for the team’s turnaround.
  • The Celtics will aim to complete a season sweep against the Pistons, having won the first three matchups, while Detroit looks to build momentum during their four-game homestand.