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Pistons storm back from 22-point hole to spoil Paul George’s historic Celtics debut, win NBA’s season opener
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Key Points:
- Paul George made a historic debut for the Boston Celtics, scoring 38 points and setting a new team record for most points in a debut game, surpassing Kristaps Porziņģis' 30 points.
- Despite George's performance and a 22-point lead in the third quarter, the Detroit Pistons mounted a remarkable comeback, fueled by a 23-0 run in the fourth quarter, ultimately winning 121-113.
- Key contributions from Pistons role players Duncan Robinson and Javonte Green, who combined for 38 points with strong three-point shooting, were crucial in turning the game around.
- Jayson Tatum struggled against Detroit's defense, shooting 6 of 23 and missing all seven three-point attempts, finishing with just 13 points and 11 assists.
- The Pistons' victory sets the tone for a competitive Eastern Conference race, with upcoming challenging matchups for both teams: the Celtics hosting the Knicks and the Pistons visiting the Heat.
