free-picks.belmont.com - 5/20/2008
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This is the match-up everyone expected to see at the end of the Eastern Conference rainbow, and this is what we get. 1 vs. 2 - Boston vs. Detroit. The old Eastern dominance heads up against the new trio in Boston. You have to love it.
Rivalry Reborn: Piston-Celtics Preview
mvn.com 5/19/2008 — The ghosts of playoffs past come alive again as the Pistons and Celtics renew their historic rivalry with a trip to the Finals on the line.
Which Side Are You On?
waitingfornextyear.com 5/20/2008 — Rock’s excellent recap of yesterday’s action leads us all to the next question: Who will you be rooting for come the Eastern Conference Finals? Yes, we all think that Detroit will tear Boston apart, but hoping for that to happen is another thing. Each team has it’s pros and cons. Let’t take a quick look…
It’s the Celtics
detroitbadboys.com 5/20/2008 — After Boston’s win over the Cavaliers last night, the Pistons finally know when, where and who they’ll be playing the next round. Here’s the schedule for the Eastern Conference Finals:
Tuesday, May 20 @ Boston, 8:30pm, ESPN
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Grudge match —
Celtics & NBA - BostonHerald.com 5/20/2008
The Celtics and Pistons, who open play in the Eastern Conference finals tonight, faced each other three times during the regular season. The Celts held a 2-1 advantage, although...
They Meet at Last —
Wash Post NBA 5/20/2008
It's no surprise the Pistons and Celtics will face off in the Eastern Conference finals starting Tuesday, an inevitable clash between the NBA's top two teams.