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Pistons vs Celtics final score: Detroit overcomes 22-point deficit, beats Boston in opener

Detroit secured a 121-113 victory over Boston in their season opener, overcoming a 22-point deficit. Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren both scored 22 points, with Duren grabbing nine rebounds and two stocks, while Cunningham added eight assists, four rebounds, and two stocks.

Ausar Thompson contributed a double-double with 11 points, 11 rebounds, and five assists.

Javonte Green provided a critical spark off the bench, scoring 19 points with five three-pointers despite not playing in the first half. Boston's Duncan Robinson scored 21 points, including five triples.

Paul George helped extend the Boston lead early in the second half, while Neemias Queta and Ron Holland were also involved in the game. Detroit now starts the season 1-0 and will face Giannis Antetokounmpo's new team in Miami on Friday.

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