Epic Collapse! Pistons' 28th Loss Ties Historic NBA Losing Streak!

Detroit's worst NBA team faced the league's best, hoping for a Cinderella story.

Instead, they fell to the Celtics in overtime after blowing a 19-point halftime lead.

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The Pistons now share the record for the longest losing streak in NBA history (28 games).

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Despite a strong first half, the Pistons couldn't maintain their lead.

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Boston struggled with poor shooting, but Detroit couldn't capitalize.

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The game went back and forth, but Detroit didn't crumble under pressure.

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Missed opportunities by veterans cost Detroit a chance to win in regulation.

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Boston prevailed in overtime, displaying composure in clutch moments.

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Detroit faces the Raptors next, desperately trying to avoid a 29-game losing streak.

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