Hotels for Boston Celtics vs. Detroit Pistons

Sunday night basketball means a slower build than a midweek game, with fans settling in for a full evening out rather than a quick after-work dash. This is a longstanding divisional matchup, so expect a crowd that knows the history and gets loud for it. Late December adds a holiday-week charge to the arena, with plenty of travelling fans and families using the game as a seasonal outing. A prime-time Sunday slot also means the concourses and nearby bars fill early and stay that way well after the final buzzer.

Home to the Celtics and Bruins, TD Garden sits above North Station in the heart of Boston, a leading arena for basketball, ice hockey and major concerts. The surrounding area, close to the North End's celebrated restaurants and the historic Freedom Trail, is thoroughly walkable. North Station's subway and commuter rail lines are directly below. Booking a room in central Boston lets you walk to the show, enjoy the North End's dining and return to your bed within minutes once it finishes.