Detroit Pistons to open 2026-27 NBA season against Boston Celtics
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 12:27 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
The Detroit Pistons will host the Boston Celtics on October 20, 2026, at 3 p.m. as part of the NBA opening day schedule. Both teams ended their previous season with disappointing playoff exits, finishing first and second in the Eastern Conference. The Pistons made significant roster changes, acquiring John Collins and Isaiah Joe, while trading Isaiah Stewart to the Grizzlies. The Celtics traded star Jaylen Brown to the 76ers for Paul George and picks, indicating dramatic shifts for both franchises heading into the new season.
- •Pistons and Celtics will meet on October 20, 2026
- •Pistons finished 60-22 last season
- •Celtics finished 56-26 last season
- •Pistons acquired John Collins and Isaiah Joe
- •Celtics traded Jaylen Brown to the 76ers
- 12:27 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Pistons will tip off 2026-27 NBA season against Boston Celtics
"The Detroit Pistons will be part of the NBA opening day schedule to kick off the 2026-27 season.
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