How to Watch Peacock NBA Monday: Detroit Pistons vs. Boston Celtics on — Stream on Peacock LIVE, Schedule, Tipoff Time, and More
Find out how to watch the epic rematch between the Pistons and the Celtics on Peacock NBA Monday.
The 2025–26 NBA season keeps rolling on NBC and Peacock Monday night brings a classic Eastern Conference matchup. Here’s everything you need to know to watch the Detroit Pistons take on the Boston Celtics in a high-intensity showdown.
Detroit Pistons vs. Boston Celtics
Just a few weeks ago on Nov 26, the Pistons and Celtics delivered one of the most electric games of the season, with Boston edging out Detroit 117–114 in a thriller that went down to the last possession. Detroit’s franchise star Cade Cunningham erupted for 42 points, including a crucial set of free throws in the final seconds — though he missed the last attempt that would have tied the game. Boston’s leader Jaylen Brown matched the moment with 33 points and 10 rebounds, while Pistons center Jalen Duren dominated the interior with 16 boards. Now, with both teams climbing the standings and the Eastern Conference tightening by the day, the stakes are even higher in this rematch.
The Pistons have spent weeks in the penthouse of the East, but the pack beneath them is closing in, and the Celtics are one of the fastest-rising challengers. Detroit remains one of the league’s elite defensive teams, ranking near the top in multiple categories including opponent field-goal percentage and defensive rebounding. Despite the loss to Boston in their last matchup, Detroit nearly forced overtime, and they’ll be hungry for redemption after their 13-game win streak was snapped that night. Cunningham has been playing MVP-caliber basketball, and his duel with Brown is quickly becoming one of the most compelling individual matchups in the conference. Detroit’s biggest challenge will be controlling pace, limiting turnovers, and maximizing offensive rebounds to create second-chance opportunities. When the Pistons settle into a rhythm, their length and energy can disrupt even elite offenses.
Even without star Jayson Tatum, the Celtics have been one of the hottest teams in the league. Boston has now won five consecutive games, four of which were against top-eight opponents. Jaylen Brown is in the middle of the best stretch of his career, scoring 30+ points in six of his last seven games, including a 42-point outburst against the defensive-minded Knicks. The Celtics are beating contenders and they’re doing it with defense, ball movement, and a physical identity that’s hard to match. This matchup will come down to whether Detroit’s defensive intensity can slow down Brown’s blazing scoring run, and whether the Pistons can close the deal in the final minutes this time around.
When does Pistons vs. Celtics start?
Coverage begins Monday, December 15 at 6:30 PM ET with pre-game analysis. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 PM ET.
Where will Pistons vs. Celtics be played?
The game will take place at TD Garden in Boston, MA.
Where can I stream Pistons vs. Celtics?
The matchup will stream LIVE on Peacock. To watch, download the Peacock app or visit the website, navigate to the Sports section, and start streaming the NBA.
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