Pierce a game-time decision, Pietrus two weeks away

The Pierce news was reported by Chris Sheridan on twitter and the Pietrus news by Gary Washburn. The Celtics have felt the negative effects of playing without their captain in the first three games of the season, as they have been unable to keep up with their opponents and get a win. Perhaps more troubling though is the Celtics defense -- which the team hung their hat on during their championship runs -- has looked subpar in the first three games.

The Celtics take on the Pistons tonight in the home opener. If Boston struggles in this game, maybe it's time to panic.