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- The NBA announced that the 2026-27 regular season will open on Tuesday, Oct. 20 with the Detroit Pistons hosting the Boston Celtics.
- NBC and Peacock will broadcast the opening game, which tips off at 3 p.m. ET.
- In London, the matchup will begin at 9 PM local time.
- Prime reported NBA coverage rose 28% year-over-year, with European game viewership up 129% and Finals viewership up 130%.
