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The Pistons are on the verge of making history after setting an NBA futility record, but they have a chance.

The Detroit Pistons have made history in the NBA, and they could be on the verge of making more history soon. Just two days after setting the all-time NBA record for consecutive losses in a single season with 27, the Pistons will travel to Boston hoping to avoid matching the record for all-time consecutive losses, which currently stands at 28 (held by the 76ers over the 2014-15 and 2015-16 seasons).

Their task won't be easy, as they'll be facing a Boston Celtics team that boasts the best record in the NBA at 23-6. The Celtics are coming off a successful West Coast swing, winning three out of four games, and they have yet to lose a home game this season, boasting a perfect 14-0 record.

The Pistons will have to overcome the odds, as they are one of the largest underdogs in an NBA game over the last 25 years. However, there is hope on the horizon. The Celtics have listed two of their key players, Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, as questionable for the game. Both players are dealing with injuries, and with a back-to-back game against the Raptors the following day, it's possible that one or both of them may sit out against the Pistons.

Tatum leads the Celtics in both points and rebounds, while Brown is second in scoring, so their absence could be a significant advantage for the Pistons. Despite the Celtics opening as heavy favorites, the spread has since been adjusted, making Thursday's game one of the biggest spreads in the NBA this season.

While the Pistons face an uphill battle, they have a history of pulling off upsets as underdogs. Two years ago, they defeated the Milwaukee Bucks as 17-point underdogs, and the only remaining player from that team, Cade Cunningham, will be looking to lead the charge once again. Cunningham is coming off a 41-point performance and has been averaging nearly 32 points over his last five games.

Even if the Pistons tie the 76ers' all-time record for consecutive losses, they have a better chance of avoiding owning the record outright in their next game against the Raptors. Despite being heavy underdogs, the Pistons have kept their last four games relatively close, and their effort and pride remain strong motivating factors.

While the odds may be stacked against them, the Pistons are not giving up without a fight, and with the possibility of the Celtics being without their top players, the game could be closer than the spread suggests. So, while the outcome may be uncertain, the Pistons are determined to put up a strong effort and avoid furthering their place in the record books.