Detroit Pistons versus Boston Celtics: Pistons Belts Celts 94-75, Tie Series 2-2

Tuesday, May 27 2008

The Detroit Pistons capped a memorable Memorial Day weekend with big victories in their respective series.

From the opening tip, Detroit came out aggressively on both ends of the floor. The good? A 12-2 run to start the game and lead throughout the contest. The bad? The aggression made the Celtics shoot poorly from the floor (FG 21-66, 32%), but allowed them to parade to the free throw line all game long (FT 32-39).

The most important factors in this rough-and-tumble rumble were the Pistons keeping their cool and playing through a closely called basketball game, and being consistent on defense.

Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett, and Ray Allen shot a collective 11-38 from the floor and the Celtic role players weren't making the impact they did in game three.

Did the Celtics take a deep breath after getting their first road win of the playoffs?

Maybe, but much like anaconda, the Pistons were sure to let them breathe Monday night at the Palace and...
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