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Celtics vs. Pistons Dunkel NBA Picks, Predictions and Odds - Oct. 20

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19 October 2026 By Data Skrive

The Detroit Pistons open their 2026-27 NBA season on October 20, 2026, battling the Boston Celtics at Little Caesars Arena.

The Celtics match up with the Pistons in a game that Boston is currently a slim favorite by 1.5 points. The over/under for the matchup is 222.5.

Celtics vs. Pistons Odds and Game Time

Game day: Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Game time: 3 p.m. ET
Location: Detroit, Michigan
Arena: Little Caesars Arena
Total: 222.5 points
Spread: Celtics -1.5
Moneyline: Celtics (-116), Pistons (-102)

How to watch Celtics vs. Pistons

TV Channel: NBC/Peacock

Betting the Over/Under: Celtics vs. Pistons

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Betting the Moneyline: Celtics vs. Pistons

Boston has not yet played as a moneyline favorite of -116 or shorter.
Detroit has not entered a game this season with longer moneyline odds than -102.
The implied moneyline probability for this matchup gives the Celtics a 53.7% chance to win.

Dunkel Index Prediction for Celtics vs. Pistons

Pick ATS: Pistons (+ 1.5)
Pick OU: Under (222.5)
Prediction: Pistons 109 - Celtics 105
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