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Pistons Rally to Beat Celtics in NBA 2026-27 Season Opener
The Detroit Pistons defeated the Boston Celtics 121-113 on Tuesday, overcoming a 22-point deficit to open the 2026-27 NBA season at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit.
Paul George scored 38 points in his Boston debut, setting a franchise record and leading all scorers in 30 minutes to help the Celtics build a 22-point advantage by the third quarter.
Superstar Jayson Tatum finished with 13 points on 6-for-23 shooting, while Pistons forward Javonte Green scored 19 points and Jalen Duren added 22 points to fuel Detroit's comeback.
Detroit's 23-0 run in the fourth quarter shifted momentum decisively, allowing the Pistons to grab a late double-digit advantage and secure the comeback victory over Boston.
Boston will host the defending champion New York Knicks on Friday in their home opener, seeking their first victory of the season after the Tuesday loss.