Detroit Pistons' 2026-27 Schedule Revealed: Top Matchups and Dates
The Detroit Pistons have released their full 2026-27 regular season schedule, featuring 19 national TV games, including 7 streaming-only matchups. The team's regular season tips off on October 20 against the Boston Celtics at 3 p.m. on NBC/Peacock.
The Pistons will host the Phoenix Suns on Monday, October 5, in their preseason opener and play two home exhibition games at Little Caesars Arena. Local television and radio broadcasts for the four preseason games have not yet been announced.
What's New for the Pistons?
This season, the Pistons will broadcast their games for free over the air on WYMD-TV (Channel 20 in Detroit), starting with the 2026-27 preseason and continuing through the regular season. This marks the first time since 2005 that the team will shift to a primarily local production and broadcast.
Top Matchups and Dates
The Pistons' regular season schedule includes several key matchups, including:
- October 20: vs. Boston Celtics (3 p.m., NBC/Peacock) - October 27: at New York Knicks (8 p.m., NBC/Peacock) - November 4: vs. Philadelphia 76ers (7 p.m., ESPN) - November 14: vs. Miami Heat (8 p.m.) - December 22: at Oklahoma City Thunder (8 p.m., NBC/Peacock)
Recent Form
The Pistons have struggled in their recent games, with a record of 1-4 in their last five matches, including a 94-125 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on May 18.
What Comes Next?
The Pistons will face a tough schedule in the coming weeks, with matchups against top teams in the Eastern Conference. The team will need to find a way to turn their season around and make a push for the playoffs.
Last result: Detroit Pistons 94-125 Cleveland Cavaliers (2026-05-18).
Recent form (last 5): 1W-0D-4L (LWLLL, most recent first).
