- Matchup: Boston Celtics vs Detroit Pistons
- Event Date: Sunday, October 26, 2025
- Venue: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI
- Broadcast: FanDuel Sports Network
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In a thrilling encounter, the Detroit Pistons (0-1) will face off against the Boston Celtics (0-1) this Sunday at Little Caesars Arena.
The Celtics recently took the court against the 76ers but suffered a narrow defeat, falling 117-116. Boston posted a field goal percentage of 45.1%, hitting 41 out of 91 attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, making only 11 of 43 three-point tries. The team excelled at the free-throw line, converting 23 of 26 for an impressive 88.5% success rate. On the rebounding front, they gathered 42 boards, with 10 being offensive, while also distributing 16 assists. Defensively, Boston disrupted the 76ers’ rhythm, forcing 14 turnovers and notching 7 steals. However, they allowed their opponents to shoot 45.9% from the field, resulting in Philadelphia recording 23 assists and 40 total rebounds (10 offensive, 30 defensive), while blocking 4 shots. At the charity stripe, Philadelphia converted 23 of 30 attempts, showcasing a success rate of 76.7%, and connected on 16 of 41 three-point attempts. Boston accrued 28 personal fouls, while Philadelphia committed 23.
Jaylen Brown was instrumental in Boston’s recent matchup, netting 25 points on 9 of 18 shooting over 36 minutes on the court, also contributing 6 rebounds and 4 assists.
The Celtics enter this game with a record of 0-1. They average 11.0 turnovers per game and commit 28.0 personal fouls. As a collective unit, Boston is securing 42.0 rebounds per contest, while averaging a meager 16 assists, which places them last in the league for passing efficiency. Their three-point shooting stands at 25.6% (11 of 43), while their free throw shooting is a strong 88.5%. On the scoring front, they average 116.0 points per game, sitting at 23rd in the league, with a field goal percentage of 45.1%.
Defensively, the Celtics force an average of 14.0 turnovers per game and draw 23.0 fouls. They are allowing opponents to shoot 40.0% from beyond the arc and rank 9th in points allowed per game (117.0). Opponents are connecting on 45.9% of their shots against Boston, and the Celtics relinquish an average of 40.0 rebounds and 23 assists per game defensively, ranking them 9th in assists allowed.
The Pistons faced a tough match against the Bulls, ultimately losing 115-111. In terms of rebounding, Detroit allowed Chicago to collect a total of 50 rebounds (12 offensive). From three-point territory, Detroit shot 36.7%, making 11 of 30 attempts, and had a solid 81.3% free throw percentage, hitting 26 of 32 attempts. Against the Bulls, Detroit struggled defensively, allowing 39 successful field goals out of 87 attempts (44.8% shooting). The Pistons themselves shot 43 of 97 (44.3%) from the field; however, their three-point efficiency was underwhelming at 29.2%, connecting on just 7 of 24 attempts. Detroit managed 18 successful free throws for a 69.2% conversion rate. The Bulls committed 23 fouls, giving the Pistons ample scoring opportunities at the free-throw line. Detroit’s performance included 33 defensive and 13 offensive rebounds for a total of 46.
Cade Cunningham made a significant impact for Detroit, recording 23 points in 34 minutes of play, along with 10 assists, shooting 8 of 24 for a rate of 33.3%, and adding 7 rebounds.
The Pistons hold a 0-1 record so far this season. They are averaging a high 29.0 personal fouls per game and are converting at a rate of 69.2% at the free-throw line. In terms of assists, they average 29.0 per game (ranking 8th league-wide) while also limiting turnovers to just 10.0 per game. Detroit has managed 111 total points this season and is securing an average of 46.0 rebounds per game. Offensively, they are shooting 44.3% from the field, placing them 23rd in the NBA.
On the defensive side, Detroit has allowed opponents to shoot 36.7% from three-point range (11 of 30), with teams converting 81.3% of their free-throw attempts against them. They allow 29.0 assists and 50.0 rebounds per game, ranking them 23rd in both categories. The Pistons rank 6th in the league for points allowed per game, giving up 115.0 and forcing 18.0 turnovers while allowing just 44.8% shooting from the field (10th in the league).
Who will triumph in tonight’s NBA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Take Boston
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