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Celtics struggle in season-opening loss to Pistons as Mazzulla cites key issues

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 10:54 PM

Last updated Oct 20, 2026

Celtics struggle in season-opening loss to Pistons as Mazzulla cites key issues
Summary

The Boston Celtics fell to the Detroit Pistons 121-113 in their season opener on October 20, 2026. Coach Joe Mazzulla pointed to the team's empty offensive possessions as a major factor in the loss, leading to transition points for the Pistons. Paul George had a strong debut, scoring 38 points, but Jayson Tatum struggled with only 13 points on 6-of-23 shooting. The Celtics aim to recover quickly as they prepare to face the defending champion New York Knicks in their next game.

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  • •Celtics lost season opener to Pistons 121-113.
  • •Paul George scored 38 points in his Celtics debut.
  • •Jayson Tatum went 6-of-23 from the field, scoring 13 points.
  • •Mazzulla highlighted offensive mistakes leading to transition opportunities.
  • •Celtics scheduled to play the Knicks next.
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  • 10:54 PMYahoo Sports — Joe Mazzulla Sees One Major Problem in Celtics' Season-Opening Loss to Pistons
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Joe Mazzulla broke down the key reason the Celtics lost against the Pistons.

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