Celtics' new plan for center position imploded in game one debacle
The Celtics' new center plan backfired on opening night as Mitchell Robinson and Neemias Queta were out-rebounded badly by Jalen Duren and the Pistons.
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Inside Celtics' collapse vs. Pistons: 'Just enough room to give them life'
The Celtics never lost when leading by at least 20 last season. In this year's opener against the Pistons, Detroit's comeback made NBA history. Here's what went wrong for Boston.
Boston Celtics Daily Links 10/21/26
The Boston Celtics stumble in their season opener, falling 121-113 to the Detroit Pistons after squandering a 22‑point lead. Jayson Tatum admits he must “play better” following a rough debut, while Paul George dazzles with a 38‑point performance that highlights the new‑look Celtics. Coach Joe Mazzulla points to late‑half hustle lapses, and the loss raises early doubts about Boston’s ability to contend this year.
Fiddlin' and Diddlin' - Celtics Daily Links 10/21/26
The Boston Celtics stumble in their season opener, falling 121‑113 to the Detroit Pistons after surrendering a 22‑point lead. Jayson Tatum acknowledges his subpar debut and vows to "play better," while coach Joe Mazzulla points to late‑game hustle lapses. The night’s lone bright spot comes from new acquisition Paul George, who drops 38 points and makes Celtics history in his first game. Analysts question whether Tatum can carry the team as the No. 1 option, and early skeptics like Kendrick Perkins label Boston non‑contenders. The loss sparks debate over rotations, the role of Jaylen Brown, and future roster moves.
Cavaliers will have to keep tabs on the new-look Pistons after gutsy comeback
The Detroit Pistons fought with bones and nails in the season opener, and they look like a big problem in the East, even for the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Breaking Down Celtics Collapse vs Pistons | Celtics Daily
Bobby Manning welcomes Hunter Patterson from The Athletic to discuss how the Celtics blew a 22 point lead vs the Pistons in their opening day game. Then, they discuss how much we can draw from Jayson Tatum’s struggles in the 4th quarter and Jaylen Brown’s opening night win with the 76ers vs the Knicks. Celtics [...] The post Breaking Down Celtics Collapse vs Pistons | Celtics Daily appeared first on CLNS Media .
NBA Notes: Celtics, Joe Mazzulla, Pelicans, Suns, Jalen Green
The Celtics had more than enough opportunities to prevent their opening-night collapse. Too often, they helped the Pistons along. That’s the assessment of John Karalis of Celtics On SI, whose breakdown of Tuesday’s 121-113 loss goes beyond Jayson Tatum’s poor shooting. Boston squandered a 22-point lead through a combination of stalled possessions, missed chances around […] The post NBA Notes: Celtics, Joe Mazzulla, Pelicans, Suns, Jalen Green appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Jayson Tatum draws Scottie Pippen comparison after Celtics’ first game of season
On Tuesday afternoon, the Boston Celtics fell to 0-1 with a huge blown lead against the Detroit Pistons on the road. It was a particularly bad game for star Jayson Tatum, who shot just 6-23 from the field in the loss and laid several bricks down the stretch as Boston attempted to make a late […] The post Jayson Tatum draws Scottie Pippen comparison after Celtics’ first game of season appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Stephen A. Smith Takes Aim at Jayson Tatum Over Jaylen Brown Trade After Celtics Fall to Pistons
Stephen A. Smith did not blame the defense. Rather, he pointed at Jayson Tatum a little after the Celtics lost their season opener 121-113 to the Pistons. Ever since Boston traded Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia, some fans have been looking for someone to blame. The sour opening night just gave them another reason to say […] The post Stephen A. Smith Takes Aim at Jayson Tatum Over Jaylen Brown Trade After Celtics Fall to Pistons appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Celtics should replace Jordan Walsh in starting lineup after season opener
The Boston Celtics started Jordan Walsh during their season-opening loss against the Detroit Pistons, but they should look to replace him.
Javonte Green’s Opener Put Ron Holland’s Minutes in Question
Detroit guaranteed Ron Holland's fourth year, then barely used him in the season opener. #Pistons
Jalen Duren discusses his relationship with Pistons fans following contract standoff
Detroit Pistons big man Jalen Duren looked the part in the season opener, and he always knew the fans would have his bag despite his contract saga.
3 reasons the Celtics should be worried after disastrous Opening Night loss
Celtics fans should be concerned after their team's Opening Night collapse against the Pistons.
Failure to rebound spells Celtics’ doom in season opener vs. Pistons
In their season opener, the Boston Celtics squandered a 22‑point lead and fell 121‑113 to the Detroit Pistons. The loss hinged on rebounding—Detroit out‑rebounded Boston 49‑39, winning both the offensive (14‑12) and defensive (35‑27) glass. Celtics bigs Mitchell Robinson (3 boards) and Neemias Queta (4) combined for just seven rebounds, far below their top‑20 league averages last season. Detroit’s Jalen Duren led with 11 boards, and the Pistons capitalized on 24 second‑chance points. Coach Joe Mazzulla emphasized that the possession battle will be key as the Celtics aim to rebound before their next home game against the Knicks.
Javonte Green Sat a Half, Then Took Over Detroit’s Opener
Javonte Green sat out the entire first half of Detroit's opener. The second half was all his. #Pistons
Comments from the Other Side - Pistons 10/20/26
A heated fan rant previews the Celtics‑Pistons season opener, praising Boston’s first‑half defense and rebounding before lamenting a later collapse. The writer critiques Pistons supporters for deriding Mitchell Robinson until his three‑point burst, and casts doubt on the Celtics’ consistency despite being favored. Key matchups highlighted include Jaden Duren vs Robinson, with mentions of former Pistons stars Duren and Stewart, and Celtics stars Jayson Tatum, Cade Walsh, and Jordan Walsh. The post ends with exaggerated score predictions (Pistons 237‑52) and a call for the Celtics to prove themselves.
Stephen A. Smith lays into Jayson Tatum for Jaylen Brown trade after Opening Night dud
On Wednesday’s edition of First Take, Stephen A. Smith did not hold back when speaking about the Celtics’ 121-113 loss to the Detroit Pistons. While the Celtics were able to get a 72-50 lead early in the third quarter, the Pistons made a miraculous comeback that ultimately saw them come back in the game and […] The post Stephen A. Smith lays into Jayson Tatum for Jaylen Brown trade after Opening Night dud appeared first on ClutchPoints .
JB Bickerstaff already has a failed John Collins experiment on his hands
The Pistons tried putting John Collins at center but it didn’t work.
Pistons beat Celtics at their own game by winning the battle on the boards
The Detroit Pistons generated more second-chance opportunities than the Celtics.
John Collins and Isaiah Joe are already helping Cade Cunningham without even scoring
The Pistons had some new looks to use in the second half.
NBA Opening Night 2026: 11 BIG Winners & Losers From Celtics-Pistons, Knicks-76ers & Thunder-Spurs
Opening night of the 2026‑27 NBA season delivered shockers and stand‑outs. The Boston Celtics shocked critics by trading Jaylen Brown for veteran Paul George, who exploded with 38 points, seven threes and five steals in a win over Detroit. Detroit’s Jalen Duren justified his $200 million extension, posting 22 points and nine rebounds in a comeback victory, while teammate Cade Cunningham struggled with inefficient shooting. In New York, the Knicks edged the revamped Philadelphia 76ers, but former Celtics star Jaylen Brown looked like a peripheral figure on his new team. The Oklahoma City Thunder embarrassed the San Antonio Spurs, holding Victor Wembanyama to 12 points on 1‑of‑13 shooting, marking a disappointing debut for the MVP favorite.
John Collins' Pistons debut exposed a matchup problem with no easy answer
John Collins had a tough matchup in his first game for the Detroit Pistons.
Old Habits: Takeaways From Celtics/Pistons
The Celtics blew a 13‑point halftime lead against the Pistons, surrendering a 23‑0 run in the fourth to lose momentum. Detroit’s defensive adjustments shut down Boston’s dribble penetration, while former Celtic Javonte Green ignited the Pistons from deep. Jayson Tatum struggled with shooting, and the Celtics were out‑rebounded by Mitchell Robinson and Neemias Queta. Only Derrick White and Paul George offered any offensive spark. The loss highlights Boston’s need for better penetration, rebounding, and a quicker adjustment from Tatum now that Jaylen Brown has been traded.
Pistons are better equipped to survive the ugly stretches of half-court offense
The Pistons had some brutal stretches that were far too reminiscent of the playoffs.
Cade Cunningham proves his clutch prowess once again
You know Cade delivered in crunchtime for the Pistons again.
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