Magic Johnson blasted the Lakers for backing down against the Pistons in the 1988 Finals, urging them to play tougher if they ...

In the first quarter, the Pistons held the Celtics to 1-of-9 shooting, 0-of-5 from deep, and held a 13-2 lead five minutes into the game. Boston got into an offensive rhythm after the sluggish start.

With three minutes in the first quarter, Thompson checked back in the game and went to work guarding Celtics ... The Pistons hit 13 of 21 shots in the quarter, including 5-for-7 on 3s to lead ...