Final Score: Celtics 114 - Pistons 112
Tuesday, December 5, 1978 at 7:00 PM ET

Celtics @ Pistons

NBA model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Celtics
7-16 Rating 1356
Form: LLLWW
Model Probability
32%
68%
Projected margin: Detroit Pistons +5.1
Pistons
9-15 Rating 1410
Form: WWLLW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Celtics Pistons
All-time wins 7 6
Last 5 meetings 1 4
Average points 104.0 103.7
Last meeting 123 128

Key Season Stats

Stat Celtics Pistons
Games played 23 24
Avg points scored 106.2 109.4
Avg points conceded 111.0 114.1
Win percentage 30% 38%
Away win % / Home win % 25% 45%