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Originally Posted by See Red
Good win for the Celtics. Came out early and set the tone. Pierce was incredible.
The Cavaliers could've taken two or three of the games in Boston, though, but just played sloppy basketball -- and obviously, the C's on the road should be a concern.
I think a refocused Detroit team takes it in 6 and without too much of a struggle.
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Unless the lay-off affects them, I agree and have the Pistons taking this series, in 6, but with more of a struggle than you seem to be implying. Experience in the playoffs was obviously an underrated concern for these C's, as it has taken two main players in Allen and Rondo out of it for the most part (at least consistently). Also, if there's any team I can see that will finally come in and steal one at the Garden it's the Pistons. Only way Boston wins is if they consistently get great play from Pierce like game 7. Garnett was little off, but nonetheless a monster on the boards.
But you never know, the Cavs though theya ren't as good a defensive team than Detroit, played great this series. If Allen isn't held to so little opportunities and great defense, maybe his re-addition will put the Green back in the Finals.
Anotehr factor to look at is this is a much different team from the Cavs, who mostly rely on LeBron for their offense, this Pistons team however has multiple scorers and will require more of a team D than just good play from Pierce/Posey.