Boston Celtics vs Detroit Pistons Picks and Prediction for Sunday October 26 2025
Celtics Preview
Little Caesars Arena will play host to a Sunday afternoon NBA clash between the Boston Celtics and the Detroit Pistons. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Celtics (0-2) will be forced to play without injured F Jayson Tatum (Achilles) this season and could miss the playoffs for the first time since 2014. On Friday, Boston was outscored by 28 points during the second quarter of a 105-95 road loss against New York.
All-Star G Jaylen Brown led four Boston players in double figures with 23 points on 9-for-18 shooting but committed seven turnovers. Boston F Sam Hauser nailed 6-for-10 from long range and finished with 18 points. The Celtics were dominated on the glass by a 53-37 margin.
Pistons Preview
The Detroit Pistons snapped a five-year playoff drought last season and are looking to win their first playoff series since 2008. The Pistons (1-1) lost some key pieces off the bench from last year’s squad, but they still have a strong defensive identity for head coach J.B. Bickerstaff. On Friday, Detroit made the plays down the stretch to earn a 115-111 road victory against Houston.
All-Star G Cade Cunningham led five Detroit players in double figures with 21 points, nine assists, and seven rebounds. Ausar Thompson scored 21 points on 9-for-16 shooting in 26 minutes of action. Paul Reed added 13 points and nine rebounds off the bench for the Pistons.
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Celtics vs Pistons Pick
Detroit G Caris LeVert (hamstring) was unable to suit up for Friday’s victory and is listed as day-to-day. The Celtics are in a nice bounce back spot, while the Pistons could be a tad overvalued off last season’s playoff berth. Take Boston to get their first victory of the season. Final Score Prediction, Boston Celtics win 115-111.
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