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. 

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. 

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.

What channel is Pistons vs. Magic on today?TV channel: NBCLive stream: Peacock

Pistons vs. Magic Game 1 will be broadcast by NBC and will stream live on Peacock. 

Peacock features live coverage of NFL Sunday Night Football, the NBA, the Olympic and Paralympic Games, Premier League soccer, Big Ten football and basketball, Notre Dame football, Big East and Big 12 basketball, PGA Tour golf, and more.

Pistons vs. Magic series scheduleDateGameTime (ET)WatchApril 19Game 1: at Detroit6:30 p.m.NBC/PeacockApril 22Game 2: at Detroit7:00 p.m.ESPN/ESPN AppApril 25Game 3: at Orlando1:00 p.m.NBC/PeacockApril 27Game 4: at OrlandoTBATBAApril 29Game 5: at Detroit*TBATBAMay 1Game 6: at Orlando*TBATBAMay 3Game 7: at Detroit*TBATBA

* 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. 

EventDatesPlay-In TournamentApril 14-17First round beginsApril 18Conference semifinals beginMay 4*NBA Draft LotteryMay 10Eastern Conference finals beginMay 19*Western Conference finals beginMay 20*NBA Finals beginJune 3NBA Finals Game 7 (if necessary)June 19

* Can move up depending on earlier series

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