NBC to tip off NBA coverage Oct. 20 on NBC and Peacock

Pistons open vs. Celtics with Duren back

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

Boxing out Jalen Duren is not an easy task. 😅 📺 NBA Tip-Off: Tuesday, October 20th on NBC and Peacock https://t.co/dgGR Via @NBAonNBC on X

What happened: NBC singled out Detroit center Jalen Duren as difficult to box out. Detroit hosts Boston to open the 2026-27 season.

Why it matters: Jalen Duren signed a five-year, $200 million deal Oct. 2. The agreement ended a camp absence that began at media day.

What to watch: Detroit and Boston meet to start the season Oct. 20.

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