The Boston Celtics continue to make waves in the NBA as they secured their eighth consecutive win on Friday night, defeating the Detroit Pistons with a convincing 129-102 victory. What makes this win even more remarkable is that the Celtics accomplished it while missing three key players from their rotation.

With Jrue Holiday, Al Horford, and Jayson Tatum sidelined, many expected Boston to face difficulties against the Pistons. However, the team rose to the challenge, demonstrating their depth and resilience as five players finished in double figures. Jaylen Brown led the charge with an impressive 33-point performance.

The victory not only extended the Celtics' winning streak but also marked their 15th 25-point win of the season. With this achievement, they join the ranks of the 1970-71 Milwaukee Bucks and the 2015-16 San Antonio Spurs for the most 25-point victories in a single season, according to statistician Dick Lipe.

Boston's accomplishment is even more admirable considering their recent struggles with injuries and resting key players ahead of the playoffs. Coach Joe Mazzulla praised the team's flexibility and variety, emphasizing the importance of having confidence in multiple lineups and approaches to winning games.

Additionally, the Celtics improved their scoring margin to +11.7 points per game, which now ranks as the fourth-best mark in NBA history. Their performance puts them within striking distance of the league record set by the 1971-72 Los Angeles Lakers, who boasted a +12.3 scoring margin.

Despite nearing the NBA record, the Celtics may not prioritize surpassing it. The team has already secured homecourt advantage for the upcoming playoffs and might use the remaining 12 regular-season games to rest their regular starters. This decision, however, may not hinder their success, as the Celtics have exhibited a strong sense of cohesion even when their key players are absent.

Looking ahead, the Celtics will seek to extend their winning streak to nine games as they face the Chicago Bulls on Saturday night. With their confidence soaring and different players stepping up in crucial moments, Boston appears poised for a deep playoff run in the coming weeks.

It remains to be seen if the Celtics can surpass the historic 25-point win mark set by the Bucks and Spurs, but one thing is certain—the team's resiliency, depth, and commitment to winning in various ways make them formidable contenders in the postseason.