Final Score: Celtics 119 - Pistons 122
Sunday, March 8, 1987 at 7:00 PM ET

Celtics @ Pistons

NBA model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Celtics
45-15 Rating 1888
Form: WLWWW
Model Probability
63%
37%
Projected margin: Boston Celtics +1.6
Pistons
38-20 Rating 1638
Form: WLLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Celtics Pistons
All-time wins 46 19
Last 5 meetings 4 1
Average points 115.2 111.1
Last meeting 112 102

Key Season Stats

Stat Celtics Pistons
Games played 60 58
Avg points scored 113.0 110.9
Avg points conceded 105.7 107.5
Win percentage 75% 66%
Away win % / Home win % 58% 76%