Final Score: Pistons 98 - Celtics 99
Friday, March 16, 1979 at 7:00 PM ET

Pistons @ Celtics

NBA model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pistons
27-41 Rating 1465
Form: LWWLW
Model Probability
51%
49%
Projected margin: Boston Celtics +1.0
Celtics
26-41 Rating 1336
Form: LLLWL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pistons Celtics
All-time wins 7 8
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average points 108.0 105.5
Last meeting 160 117

Key Season Stats

Stat Pistons Celtics
Games played 68 67
Avg points scored 110.6 107.5
Avg points conceded 112.8 111.8
Win percentage 40% 39%
Away win % / Home win % 22% 51%