The Detroit Pistons face the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 3 of the NBA playoffs on Saturday at 2:00 PM ET. Viewers can watch the game live on NBC and Peacock.
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Detroit Pistons play Cleveland Cavaliers in NBA playoffs
Game 3 scheduled for Saturday at 2:00 PM ET
Live coverage available on NBC and Peacock
Detroit PistonsCleveland CavaliersCade CunninghamDonovan Mitchell
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Coverage of the 2026 NBA playoffs continues this Saturday afternoon on NBC and Peacock when Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons take on Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. Live coverage begins at 2:00 PM ET with NBA Showtime. See below for additional information on how to watch the 2026 NBA Playoffs on NBC and Peacock.
Detroit Pistons vs Cleveland Cavaliers Game Preview:
The Pistons lead the series 2-0 after defeating the Cavaliers 111-101 on Tuesday and . Cunningham had 25 points and 10 assists, while finished with 21 points and 7 rebounds.
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What time does the Detroit Pistons vs Cleveland Cavaliers game start?
The game starts at 2:00 PM ET on Saturday.
Where can I watch the Pistons vs Cavaliers playoff game live?
You can watch the game live on NBC and Peacock.
Who are the key players in the Pistons vs Cavaliers matchup?
Key players include Cade Cunningham for the Pistons and Donovan Mitchell for the Cavaliers.
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"We never lost composure, we just stayed poised, stuck to our principles, stuck to our system, and just turned up the energy a little bit," said Cunningham after the win.
Cleveland guard James Harden finished with just 10 points, shooting 3-for-13 from the field.
"We won the possession game, we just didn't make shots. We had plenty of chances," said Harden after the loss.
"They came out super aggressive, of course, but it’s the playoffs. Obviously, we haven’t figured that one out. Still back to the drawing board," said Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson.
NBC Sports will present up to 23 games in the First Round and 11 games in the Conference Semifinals across either NBC and Peacock, or Peacock and NBCSN. Playoff programming concludes with exclusive coverage of the Western Conference Finals on NBC and Peacock
Which playoff rounds will be available on Peacock?
Peacock’s NBA Playoffs coverage spans multiple rounds, including Round 1, the Conference Semifinals, and the Western Conference Finals, with coverage evolving as the postseason progresses.
Will Peacock show both Eastern and Western Conference playoff games?
Yes. During earlier rounds such as Round 1 and the Conference Semifinals, Peacock will carry a mix of Eastern and Western Conference playoff games.
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