How to Watch Peacock NBA Monday: Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Detroit Pistons - Stream on Peacock LIVE, Schedule, Tip-off Time
Stream the first matchup of a doubleheader on Peacock NBA Monday.
The 2025-26 NBA season continues on Peacock NBA Monday. Find out how to watch the Cavaliers take on the Pistons this Monday night.
Cleveland enters this matchup with high expectations after finishing the 2024-25 regular season with the best record in the East and a core that returned intact. Donovan Mitchell earned All-NBA honors, while Evan Mobley added Defensive Player of the Year credentials. They posted a 64–18 record, led the East, and now hope for a deeper playoff run after falling in the conference semis. Cleveland’s roster stability and All-Star talent give them a strong base. With players like Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland and Evan Mobley returning, they are aiming to turn regular-season success into playoff momentum. Cleveland Cavaliers lost their opener for the 2025-26 season with a 119–111 loss to the New York Knicks on Oct 22, but withgames against the Nets and Bucks over the weekend, they hope to be ready to go against the Pistons on Monday night.
Now entered in the Eastern Conference mix, the Detroit Pistons are looking to build on a breakthrough 44-38 season, their first winning record since 2016, thanks to their young core. The Pistons opened the 2025-26 season with a 115–111 loss to the Chicago Bulls on Oct 22. With games against the Rockets and Celtics over the weekend, they are hoping the tough weekend schedule preps them for Monday night’s test. After securing their first winning season since 2016 and snapping a 12-game losing streak against Cleveland on March 28, 2025, with a 133–122 win, Detroit is aiming to move from resurgence to consistency. Detroit enters with the goal of proving last season’s jump was not a fluke. Led by rising star Cade Cunningham and supported by veteran additions, the Pistons look to take the next step in the East.
When does Cavaliers vs. Pistons start?
Coverage begins at 6:30p ET with pre-game analysis on Monday, October 27, 2025. Tip-off is scheduled for 7p ET.
Where will Cavaliers vs. Pistons be played?
The game will be played at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan.
Where can I stream Cavaliers vs. Pistons?
The matchup will stream LIVE on Peacock. To watch, download the Peacock app or visit the website, navigate to the Sports section, and select the NBA LIVE option.
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