Follow live: Celtics, Pistons battling in season opener

The 2026-27 NBA season opened with a tripleheader, featuring the Boston Celtics taking on the Detroit Pistons in one of the marquee matchups. The opening day also included notable news such as the top draft pick Dybantsa being ruled out of the opener due to an ankle injury, and the Timberwolves agreeing to a one-year, $40 million extension with McDaniels. Additionally, the Charlotte Hornets announced a five-year, $209 million rookie extension with forward Miller.