The Boston Celtics were defeated by the Detroit Pistons, 104 to 96, in Game 1 of the 1988 Eastern Conference Finals on May 25, 1988.

The Boston Celtics were defeated by the Detroit Pistons, 104 to 96, in Game 1 of the 1988 Eastern Conference Finals on May 25, 1988.
Pistons
Celtics
FG Made - Attempted
43-77
38-91
Field Goal %
55.8
41.8
3PT Made - Attempted
2-4
3-9
3PT %
50.0
33.3
FT Made - Attempted
16-28
17-25
Free Throw %
57.1
68.0
Rebounds
45
38
Offensive Rebounds
7
10
Defensive Rebounds
38
28
Assists
27
27
Steals
2
5
Blocks
3
5
Turnovers
13
8
Personal Fouls
26
23