# Celtics' Jayson Tatum Struggles in Season Opener

> Jayson Tatum scored 13 points on 6/23 shooting as Celtics lose season opener to Pistons.
- Title: Celtics' Jayson Tatum Struggles in Season Opener · Newsweek
- Summary: Jayson Tatum scored 13 points on 6/23 shooting as Celtics lose season opener to Pistons. jayson tatum, boston celtics, nba · reported by Newsweek.
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- Source: Newsweek — https://newsweek.com/sports/nba/celtics-jayson-tatum-reacts-to-his-brutal-season-opening-shooting-performance-12601964
- Author: Matt Audilet
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: jayson tatum, boston celtics, nba, detroit pistons, season opener, shooting performance
## Celtics' Season Opener Result
The Boston Celtics dropped their first game of the 2026-27 NBA regular season, falling to the Detroit Pistons with a 121-113 final score.
## Tatum's Poor Shooting Performance
Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum had a rough outing in his season opener, scoring just 13 points on 6/23 shooting from the field and 0/7 shooting from behind the 3-point arc.
## Tatum's Postgame Statement
When speaking to reporters postgame, Tatum was asked about his poor shooting day and replied: '[My shot] felt good.Definitely not one of my best nights.I just have to play better.

> [My shot] felt good. Definitely not one of my best nights. I just have to play better. You know, part of my role is scoring.
## Key takeaway

Jayson Tatum scored 13 points on 6/23 shooting in Celtics' 121-113 loss to Detroit Pistons.