Key Takeaways:
- Boston Celtics edged out Detroit Pistons 117-114 on Wednesday night to halt Detroit’s 13-game winning run
- Jaylen Brown secured 33 points and 10 rebounds, while Derrick White contributed 27 points with a crucial late-game surge
- Cade Cunningham amassed 42 points for the Pistons, who missed the opportunity to surpass their franchise consecutive wins record
Match Overview
The Boston Celtics successfully curtailed the Detroit Pistons’ attempt to set a new franchise benchmark for consecutive victories, prevailing 117-114 on Wednesday night at TD Garden. Jaylen Brown led the charge for the hosts with an authoritative double-double, posting 33 points and 10 rebounds, while Derrick White delivered critical plays late in the fourth quarter. The result leaves the Pistons tied with their own 13-game record streak, level with the 1989-90 and 2003-04 championship squads.
114-117 WINNING STREAK TERMINATED.🚨
The Detroit Pistons 13-game run is officially DEAD. That's a HUGE W. Back to business. pic.twitter.com/u89EtdwYMe
— Celtics Lead (@CelticsLead) November 27, 2025
Key Performances and Late Drama
Detroit, led by Cade Cunningham’s impressive 42-point output, mounted a determined challenge and stayed in contention until the final seconds. With the Pistons trailing by three points as time wound down, Cunningham was fouled near mid-court during a 3-point shot attempt. After a lengthy review, referees confirmed he was in the act of shooting. Cunningham converted the first two free throws, but his third bounced off the rim, enabling Boston’s Payton Pritchard to secure the rebound. Pritchard was promptly fouled and sank both free throws with just 2.4 seconds on the clock, sealing Boston’s win. The Celtics then intercepted a Detroit pass before the Pistons could attempt a last-gasp equaliser.
Statistical Breakdown
| Team | Points | Top Scorer | Key Contributions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Celtics | 117 | Jaylen Brown (33 pts, 10 reb) | Derrick White (27 pts, 11 in last 4:30 mins); Payton Pritchard (16 pts; 2 key free throws) |
| Detroit Pistons | 114 | Cade Cunningham (42 pts) | Record-tying 13-game streak ended |
Streaks and Upcoming Fixtures
Detroit, Eastern Conference leaders with a 15-3 record just two seasons after enduring a historic 28-game losing run, will now look to regroup when they host Orlando on Friday night in an NBA Cup fixture. The Celtics, who have now triumphed in five of their last six outings, are next in action at Minnesota on Saturday.
