Celtics face Pistons in NBA Tip-Off opener Tuesday

Tip at 3 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 28m1 min read

Which team would you rather have going into this season? 👀 📺 NBA Tip-Off: Celtics vs. Pistons, Tuesday 3:00 p.m. ET on Via @NBAonNBC on X

What happened: The broadcast is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock. The game starts the 2026-27 schedule for both clubs.

Why it matters: An opening-day result sets the starting record for the 2026-27 season. A national Tip-Off window puts opening rotations under early attention.

What to watch: Lineups and availability clarify closer to Tuesday's tip.

Sources

@NBAonNBC 2026-10-19T21:45:22.119085+00:00

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