2008 NBA Eastern Conference Finals: Pistons Summary and Statistics

Series Overview

In a best-of-seven playoff series that spanned from June 5 to 17, 2008, the Boston Celtics emerged victorious over the Detroit Pistons to claim the Eastern Conference championship. The series was marked by intense competition and high-stakes play.

Game 1: Celtics Triumph

In the series opener on June 5, the Celtics proved their dominance with an 88-79 victory over the Pistons at the TD Garden in Boston. Paul Pierce led the way for Boston, scoring 27 points to seal the win and secure an early advantage in the series.

Game 4: Celtics Clinch Title

The pivotal Game 4 took place on June 15 at the Palace of Auburn Hills in Detroit. With a resounding 89-78 win, the Celtics put the series to bed and wrapped up the Eastern Conference title. Paul Pierce once again played a crucial role, scoring 28 points and leading his team to victory.

Final Score: Celtics 4 - Pistons 1

The Celtics celebrated their triumph with a resounding 4-1 series victory. Their victory marked their first Eastern Conference championship since 2002 and set the stage for a thrilling showdown in the NBA Finals.