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Pistons erase 22-point deficit to spoil Paul George's record Celtics debut
The Detroit Pistons came back from as many as 22 points down to beat the Boston Celtics 121-113 in the NBA's 2026-27 season opener Tuesday afternoon in Detroit. Paul George scored 38 points, a Celtics record for points in a player's debut with the team.
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Why it matters
The Pistons won the first game of the 2026-27 NBA season, 121-113, after trailing the Celtics by as many as 22 points. Paul George's 38 points set a Celtics record for points in a player's debut with the team.
Sources
- CBS Sports: Pistons storm back from 22-point deficit to stun Celtics
- NBC Sports Boston: C's fall apart late, spoil Paul George's strong debut
- Bleacher Report: Paul George sets Celtics record in debut vs. Pistons
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