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Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons
What channel the game is on, when it starts in your time zone and every way to watch it — each fact with its source.
Next meeting
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 · in 7 daysBoston Celticsaway
Detroit Pistonshome
Nationally
NBC (TV)Peacock (streaming)
Exclusive: local channels don't carry this game.
Verified Oct 5, 8:15 AM ET · NBA press release attachment "2026-27 NBA National TV Schedule" (as of Aug 13, 2026)
Celtics vs Pistons: quick answers
What time is the Celtics vs Pistons game?
- Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons starts on Tue, Oct 20 at 3:00 PM ET · 2:00 PM CT · 1:00 PM MT · 12:00 PM PT.
What channel is Celtics vs Pistons on?
- The game is on NBC nationally; local channels do not carry this game.
How can I stream Celtics vs Pistons?
- Peacock streams the national telecast.
Is Celtics vs Pistons on national TV?
- Yes.It is on NBC and Peacock across the country, and only there.
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More Celtics–Pistons games this season
8:00 PM ET · 5:00 PM PT · at Boston
Local: NBC Sports Boston, NBC Sports app and The Spot – Detroit 20
7:00 PM ET · 4:00 PM PT · at Detroit
Local: The Spot – Detroit 20, DAZN and NBC Sports Boston