The NBA regular season kicks off with a game between the Detroit Pistons and the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. The Pistons have started strong with a record of 15-2 and currently lead the Central Division. They are coming off a win against the Indiana Pacers, where Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren were key contributors.
On the other hand, the Celtics have a record of 9-8 and hold the tenth spot in the Eastern Conference. They recently secured a victory over the Orlando Magic, with Jaylen Brown playing a significant role in the win. Both teams will be looking to continue their momentum in this upcoming game. Catch all the action on ESPN on November 26, 2025, at 5:00 PM.
Detroit Pistons Team Preview
The Detroit Pistons have been on a roll with recent wins. They secured a 122-117 victory against the Indiana Pacers. Cade Cunningham shined with 24 points and 11 rebounds in that game.
Before that, the Pistons won 129-116 against the Milwaukee Bucks. In that game, they shot 62.8% from the field. Cade Cunningham was key again, posting 29 points and 10 assists.
Jalen Duren has been strong this season. He averages 20.3 points and 11.5 rebounds per game. His presence in the paint is crucial for the Pistons’ defense and offense.
Boston Celtics Team Preview
The Boston Celtics recently showcased their scoring abilities in a win against the Orlando Magic, finishing with 138 points. Jaylen Brown led the charge with 35 points and 8 assists, while Derrick White and Payton Pritchard also contributed with strong performances. Despite the absence of Jayson Tatum due to an injury, the Celtics’ offense remains potent.
Boston’s shooting has been impressive, with a 60.2% field goal percentage against the Magic. They are currently 6th in the league for three-pointers made per game, averaging 15.1. The team excels in field goal attempts as well, ranking 3rd in this category.
Defensively, the Celtics are strong, allowing only 110.0 points per game, which ranks them 2nd in the league. They also limit their opponents’ field goal attempts, ranking 1st in this stat. With their defensive efforts, Boston continues to be a tough team to score against.
Betting Prediction
For this game, the pick is the Celtics +2.5. The Celtics have a stronger defense, allowing 110.0 points per game, which ranks them 2nd in the league. Their ability to limit their opponents’ field goal percentage to 44.2% further strengthens their defense.
On offense, the Celtics make 15.1 three-pointers per game, which ranks them 6th. This could give them an edge against the Pistons, who allow 36.4% from beyond the arc. The Pistons’ defense might struggle to contain the Celtics’ outside shooting.
The Pistons have a high free throw attempt rate but struggle with a 73.9% free throw percentage. This weakness could be a factor if the game is close. The Celtics’ ability to limit possessions per game (1st) also plays in their favor to cover the spread.
- Pick: Celtics +2.5
