NBA opening night winners and losers: New-look 76ers impress; Jayson Tatum, Victor Wembanyama struggle - CBS Sports
The 2026-27 NBA season opened with notable performances, including a comeback win by the Pistons over the Celtics and a victory for the new-look 76ers over the Knicks. The Thunder also dominated the Spurs in a rematch of the previous Western Conference Finals.
Why it matters
These opening games set the narrative for the new season, highlighting roster changes and early-season form for major contenders.
The 2026-27 NBA season tipped off on Tuesday with an action-packed tripleheader to begin the 82-game marathon.The day began in the afternoon with the Pistons hosting the Celtics. The Celtics, thanks to a red-hot start from Paul George, jumped out to a lead that grew as large as 22 points in the third quarter. But that lead wouldn't last as Detroit stormed back with a second-half outside-shooting onslaught in a 121-113 victory. The Pistons were led by Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren with 22 points apiece, but Duncan Robinson (21 points) and Javonte Green (19) keyed the comeback. Robinson and Green went a combined 10 of 17 from 3-point distance.
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