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The Los Angeles Lakers (4-2) and Detroit Pistons (2-5) meet Monday at Little Caesars Arena with tip-off set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Lakers vs. Pistons odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.
Season series: First meeting; Lakers swept 2-0 last season
The Lakers ended a 2-game skid with a 131-125 win at the Toronto Raptors Friday. They failed to cover as 9-point favorites, and the Over (232) hit. L.A. led the game from start to finish and even held a 26-point lead in the second quarter. C Anthony Davis was a standout performer with 38 points and 11 rebounds, along with 2 assists, 3 steals, and 2 blocks. F LeBron James also excelled, contributing 27 points, 10 assists, and 6 rebounds.
The Pistons earned their second win in 3 games in a 106-92 victory at the Brooklyn Nets as 3-point underdogs Sunday, with the Under (219) cashing. All 5 Pistons starters scored in double figures, led by G Cade Cunningham with 19 points. Detroit dominated the boards, outrebounding Brooklyn 47 to 27, thanks in part to C Jalen Duren’s 17 rebounds. This balanced offensive effort and strong rebounding helped propel Detroit to a solid victory.
Lakers at Pistons odds
Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated at 7:20 a.m. ET.
- Moneyline (ML): Lakers -275 (bet $275 to win $100) | Pistons +220 (bet $100 to win $220)
- Against the spread (ATS): Lakers -6.5 (-115) | Pistons +6.5 (-105)
- Over/Under (O/U): 226.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)
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Lakers at Pistons key injuries
Lakers
- F Anthony Davis (hip) probable
- G Austin Reaves (ankle) probable
- G D’Angelo Russell (foot) questionable
Pistons
- Not yet submitted
For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.
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Lakers at Pistons picks and predictions
Prediction
Lakers 120, Pistons 110
Moneyline
PASS.
The Lakers (-275) come in well-rested after not playing since Friday, while the Pistons are on the second leg of a back-to-back. I’ve got L.A. winning and covering the spread, which is where I’ll take my wager.
Against the spread
BET LAKERS -6.5 (-110).
The Lakers enter their matchup with fresh legs, despite the travel, while Detroit is playing the second game of a back-to-back. Los Angeles has performed well ATS this season, boasting a 5-1-0 record.
Conversely, the Pistons are struggling offensively, averaging just 104 points per game — second-worst in the NBA — and committing nearly 18 turnovers per game, which severely hampers their ball control.
Historically, the Lakers have dominated this matchup, going 7-0 straight up in the last 7 games against Detroit and 15-2 in the last 17 against Eastern Conference opponents.
The Pistons, meanwhile, have struggled at Little Caesars Arena, are currently on a 10-game home skid dating back to last season, and won only 11 of 74 games as underdogs last year. With these factors in play, the Lakers are poised to capitalize on Detroit’s vulnerabilities.
Over/Under
BET OVER 226.5 (-115).
The extra rest for L.A. is advantageous for the veteran legs of James and his teammates. In contrast, the Pistons are on the second leg of a back-to-back.
Despite Detroit’s offensive struggles, the Lakers are likely to push it to score more. The total has gone Over in 4 of L.A.’s last 5 games overall and in 6 of the last 8 meetings in Detroit.
Both teams shoot at least 35 percent from beyond the arc, and the Lakers play at a fast pace, ranking 10th in the league with 104.7 possessions per game. Given the history of high-scoring matchups and recent trends, fans can anticipate an exciting game filled with scoring opportunities.
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