What channel is Pistons vs. Magic on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch Game 1 of NBA Playoffs series
For the first time in 19 years, the Detroit Pistons have captured the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference.
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Their opponents? The No. 8 seeded Orlando Magic. Paolo Banchero, Desmond Bane and company have had their recent struggles, but after beating the Hornets in the final East Play-In game, Orlando is continuing its postseason run.
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The Pistons last won a playoff series in 2008, when sophomore forward Ron Holland was just two years old. This makes the franchise hungrier than ever for another deep run, something many young Pistons fans have yet to experience. And as the top seed? They are bound to be the heavy favorites over the Magic.
Orlando, which won 45 games in the regular season, will look to lean on Banchero, Bane and Franz Wagner in its matchup against the Eastern Conference’s best team all year.
Here’s what you need to know about Sunday’s matchup between the Pistons and Magic, including broadcast information and start time.
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What channel is Pistons vs. Magic on today?
- TV channel: NBC
- Live stream: Peacock
Pistons vs. Magic Game 1 will be broadcast by NBC and will stream live on Peacock.
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Pistons vs. Magic series schedule
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | Watch |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 19 | Game 1: at Detroit | 6:30 p.m. | NBC/Peacock |
| April 22 | Game 2: at Detroit | 7:00 p.m. | ESPN/ESPN App |
| April 25 | Game 3: at Orlando | 1:00 p.m. | NBC/Peacock |
| April 27 | Game 4: at Orlando | TBA | TBA |
| April 29 | Game 5: at Detroit* | TBA | TBA |
| May 1 | Game 6: at Orlando* | TBA | TBA |
| May 3 | Game 7: at Detroit* | TBA | TBA |
* If necessary
NBA Playoffs bracket 2026
Click here for the updated 2026 NBA Playoffs bracket from The Sporting News.
NBA Playoffs schedule, key dates for 2026
Here are the key dates to know for the NBA Playoffs and offseason.
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Play-In Tournament | April 14-17 |
| First round begins | April 18 |
| Conference semifinals begin | May 4* |
| NBA Draft Lottery | May 10 |
| Eastern Conference finals begin | May 19* |
| Western Conference finals begin | May 20* |
| NBA Finals begin | June 3 |
| NBA Finals Game 7 (if necessary) | June 19 |
* Can move up depending on earlier series
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