Detroit Pistons to Open 2026-27 Season on Oct. 20 Against Boston Celtics
Boston’s new roster gets an early test against a Pistons team that won three of four meetings last season.
- On Tuesday, October 20, the Detroit Pistons will host the Boston Celtics at Little Caesars Arena to tip off the 2026-27 NBA season at 3 p.m.
- Detroit finished with a 60-22 record last season, while Boston followed at 56-26, making them the Eastern Conference's top two teams. The Pistons won three of four regular-season meetings against Boston.
- Boston Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla debuts a transformed roster featuring forward Paul George, acquired for former Finals MVP Jaylen Brown, and center Mitchell Robinson. Detroit Pistons coach JB Bickerstaff integrates new acquisitions John Collins and Isaiah Joe alongside All-NBA First Team guard Cade Cunningham.
- Opening night will provide an immediate test for the Pistons, with the game serving as the first competitive look at how Paul George fits next to Jayson Tatum in Boston's revamped lineup.
- Broadcasting on NBC and Peacock as part of a tripleheader, the season opener precedes Boston's return to the Christmas Day slate against Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Miami Heat, who beat the Celtics in their summer pursuit of the star forward.
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