Pistons vs Cavaliers NBA Playoffs Game 1 schedule: Date, time, live stream, and more

The top-seeded Detroit Pistons (60-22, best record in the East) host the fourth-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. Both teams advanced via hard-fought Game 7 victories in the first round. Detroit rallied from a 3-1 deficit against the Orlando Magic, while Cleveland overcame the Toronto Raptors. 

The Pistons enter with home-court advantage and elite defense, led by a breakout star and a disruptive wing. Cleveland brings veteran scoring punch and frontcourt size, making this a classic clash of Detroit’s grit and physicality versus Cleveland’s offensive firepower and experience. Meanwhile, here is when and where to catch the action live, 

Pistons vs Cavaliers NBA Playoffs Game 1 schedule: Date, time, live stream, and more

The Pistons and the Cavaliers are set to meet each other on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at the Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, at 7:00 PM ET.

Date: Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Location: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit             

Pistons vs Cavaliers NBA Playoffs Game 1 live streaming and telecast details: Where to watch?

The Pistons and the Cavaliers Game 1 of the NBA Playoffs will be available on NBC Sports Network (NBCSN) and NBA League Pass.  

Live Broadcast: NBC Sports Network (NBCSN)
Live Stream: Peacock, NBA League Pass

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