Boston at Detroit

The break could not have come soon enough for the Boston Celtics. This was looking likje a tired team before it, and dropped 4 of 5 prior to the break. The Celtics alllowed 120+ points in their last 2 before the break, the only 2 times a team has pushed the 120 mark against Boston all season. I think they clamp down tonight in Detroit, refreshed and ready to go. They also have Marcus Smart back after missing 11 games, considered the teams best defender. Detroit has been disappointing reahing the break under .500 and on the outside of the playoffs. Blake Griffin is a huge addition, but it will take time to develop some chemistry and his ultimate role, to late for tonight, make the play on Boston.