Key Takeaways:
- Cade Cunningham delivered 32 points and 10 rebounds as the Detroit Pistons secured a 112-105 win against the Boston Celtics
- Jaylen Brown led the Celtics with 34 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists, but Boston suffered their second consecutive defeat following a five-game winning streak
- Detroit recorded their fourth straight victory and avenged a frustrating defeat in Boston from late last month
Match Summary
The Detroit Pistons, currently leading the Eastern Conference, claimed their fourth consecutive triumph by overcoming the Boston Celtics 112-105 at TD Garden on Monday night. Cade Cunningham was the star performer, tallying 32 points and 10 rebounds, while Caris LeVert and Tobias Harris both contributed with 13 points apiece.
The Pistons managed to gain a measure of revenge after an agonising loss in Boston three weeks prior, a game in which Cunningham had scored 42 points but missed a crucial free throw in the closing moments. This time, Detroit maintained their composure down the stretch, sealing the win against a Celtics side that had recently enjoyed a five-game winning streak.
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— Detroit Pistons (@DetroitPistons) December 16, 2025
Pivotal Moments and Player Performance
After entering the final quarter with a slender four-point advantage, Detroit extended their lead to 103-93 when Javonte Green intercepted a pass and completed a breakaway dunk with just under six minutes to play. The Celtics fought back, narrowing the margin to 96-93 as Derrick White completed a three-point play resulting in Cunningham picking up his fifth foul and heading to the bench. However, Green responded by sinking a corner three-pointer and following it up with a powerful dunk, restoring Detroit’s 10-point lead.
Boston mounted another surge, getting as close as two points (104-102) after White’s baseline jumper with 2:47 remaining. Nevertheless, Cunningham delivered several clutch jump shots in the last two minutes to keep the Pistons firmly in control.
Jaylen Brown was the standout for Boston, amassing 34 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists, with Derrick White adding 31 points. Despite these efforts, the Celtics have now lost two straight fixtures following their five-game win run. The game also offered parallels with the teams’ first meeting of the season, where Detroit overcame Boston despite Brown scoring 41 points during Detroit’s home opener.
Shooting Statistics
Boston struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 10 of 39 three-point attempts. Their shooting troubles were particularly noticeable from the end of the first quarter until early in the fourth, when they missed 20 of 21 shots from deep. Detroit, meanwhile, fared somewhat better, connecting on 13 of 36 attempts from distance.
| Team | Final Score | Top Scorer | Three-Pointers Made / Attempted | Current Streak |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit Pistons | 112 | Cade Cunningham (32 pts) | 13 / 36 | Won 4 |
| Boston Celtics | 105 | Jaylen Brown (34 pts) | 10 / 39 | Lost 2 |
Upcoming Fixtures
- Detroit Pistons will face the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night
- Boston Celtics are set to host the Miami Heat on Friday night
