# Zeke’s Unshakable Confidence Led the Pistons to Glory

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Podcast: [Boston Celtics News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/boston-celtics-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7551516)
Published: 2026-05-31T20:12:26+00:00
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Isiah Thomas, the fearless point guard known as “Zeke,” didn’t just lead the Detroit Pistons to two NBA titles—he rewrote history by dismantling the mighty Boston Celtics, the NBA’s greatest dynasty, time and again. Even as an undersized guard, he carried an unshakable belief: he was better than anyone guarding him, and he proved it on the court. With jaw-dropping performances—35 points and 12 assists in Game 1 of the 1988 Eastern Finals, 25 points in Game 2, and clutch assists and steals in Game 6—he silenced the Celtics’ legend. The next year, he swept them without Larry Bird. Then again in ’91. Thomas didn’t just talk confidence—he owned it, and the Celtics never recovered. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/1f2b00c4bf39b748

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