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Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Celtics (2-0) take on the Detroit Pistons (0-2) Saturday at Little Caesars Arena. Tipoff is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Celtics vs. Pistons odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Celtics won 3-0 last season

The Celtics have not been tested in the early going, smoking the New York Knicks 132-109 and euthanizing the Washington Wizards 122-102. They covered as 6- and 14-point faves. F Jayson Tatum averaged 31 PPG, 7.5 RPG and 8 APG in the first couple games.

The Pistons dropped both games and just missed covering in them. They fell 115-109 to the Indiana Pacers as 5.5-point dogs and 113-101 as 10.5-point dogs to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Six players were in double figures against Indy, and 4 did such against Cleveland. However, G Cade Cunningham is stating his claim as top dog. He’s averaging 30.5 PPG, 4.5 RPG and 7 APG thus far.

Celtics 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 1:36 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics – 1100 (bet $1,100 to win $100) | Pistons +650 (bet $100 to win $650)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -14.5 (-105) | Pistons +14.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 225.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Celtics at Pistons key injuries

Celtics

F Sam Hauser (back) out
C Kristaps Porzingis (foot) out

Pistons

F Ausar Thompson (conditioning) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Celtics at Pistons picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 118, Pistons 112

Moneyline

I am really, really tempted to take a shot on the Pistons here. Here’s why. They set a record for 27 straight losses last year and are already off to a bad start on their record. But as I mentioned above, they are spreading the ball around while Cunningham is coming of age as a potential superstar.

They also nearly defeated the mighty Celtics in their first meeting last year, but Boston prevailed 128-122 in overtime. Cunningham had 31 in that one, and I’m taking CADE CUNNINGHAM OVER 23.5 POINTS (-110).

Against the spread

I don’t have the cojones to take the Pistons straight up, but I am taking the PISTONS -14.5 (-115) for each reason mentioned above.

Over/Under

The Over is 1-1 for Boston and 0-2 for Detroit thus far. The Over cashed twice in 3 meetings last year. This is a very hittable Over, but it’s contingent on my feeling that Detroit makes it a game. It’ll need to match its season high at 109 to do it, but go OVER 225.5 (-110).

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Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Celtics (55-14) begin a 6-game road trip on Friday against the Detroit Pistons (12-57). Tip-off at Little Caesars Arena is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Pistons odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Celtics lead 2-0

Boston won its 7th consecutive game on Wednesday night, 122-119 over the Milwaukee Bucks. They failed to cover as a 10-point favorite and the Over (226) cashed. SF Jayson Tatum crossed the 30-point threshold (31) for the 3rd time in his last 4 games and PG Derrick White added 23.

The Pistons began a 3-game homestand on Wednesday night with a 122-103 loss to the Indiana Pacers, failing to cover as an 11-point underdog while the Under (235) cashed. PG Cade Cunningham collected his 14th double-double (23 points and 10 assists) and the sophomore breakout season of C Jalen Duren continued with his 39th double-double (11 points and 12 rebounds). Detroit has lost 4 straight games.

The Celtics have won 9 of their last 10 meetings with the Pistons. They just beat Detroit 119-94 on Monday night, covering the 15-point spreads as the Under (221.5) cashed.

Celtics at Pistons odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 11:39 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics -1000 (bet $1,000 to win $100) | Pistons +625 (bet $100 to win $625)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -13.5 (-105) | Pistons +13.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 224.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Celtics at Pistons key injuries

Celtics

SF Sam Hauser (ankle) probable
C Al Horford (toe) questionable
SG Jaylen Brown (ankle) questionable
PF Kristaps Porzingis (hamstring) questionable
PG Jrue Holiday (shoulder) out
SF Jayson Tatum (ankle) questionable

Pistons

SG Stanley Umude (ankle) out
SG Quentin Grimes (knee) out
PF Taj Gibson (hamstring) out
SF Simone Fontecchio (toe) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Celtics at Pistons picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 124, Pistons 109

Moneyline

PASS.

The Celtics (-1000) will win this game, but you should never bet 10 units to win 1 back. You should save your bet for the spread and/or the total.

Against the spread

BET CELTICS -13.5 (-105).

It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to know that Boston is the far superior team and should on paper wipe the floor with the Pistons. The Celtics have covered the spread in 5 of their last 6 matchups with Detroit including on Monday night. They are also above .500 on the road covering the spread.

The Pistons have failed to cover in 3 of their last 4. They are just playing out the string with 13 games to go before the Pistons can look forward to possibly winning the NBA Lottery.

Over/Under

PASS.

I hate to cop out on this, but I really don’t see an edge in this game when it comes to the total. These two are 5-3-2 against the Over in their last 10 meetings. If I had a lean, it would be the Under because it has cashed in Detroit’s last 6 games.

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Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Boston Celtics (37-16) travel to meet the Detroit Pistons (14-40) Monday with tip-off from Little Caesars Arena scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Celtics vs. Pistons odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Celtics have been skidding lately, winning just twice in the last 6 games, including consecutive losses on the road against Orlando and Miami. Boston is also on a 1-7 ATS skid after a 4-0 ATS run from Jan. 11-16.

The Pistons have won a respectable 3 games in the last 7 outings. While that doesn’t sound terribly impressive, this is a team which has a .259 winning percentage.

Boston has won and covered the first 2 meetings with Detroit this season, including a 117-108 win Nov. 12 in the Motor City. That snapped an 8-0 ATS run for the Pistons in the series.

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Celtics at Pistons odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated 7:12 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Celtics -750 (bet $750 to win $100) | Pistons +525 (bet $100 to win $525)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -10.5 (-115) | Pistons +10.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 230.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Celtics at Pistons key injuries

Celtics

C Luke Kornet (ankle) questionable

Pistons

G Cory Joseph (back) questionable
F Isaiah Stewart (hip) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Celtics at Pistons picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 118, Pistons 112

Moneyline

The Celtics (-750) will cost you 7 1/2 times your potential return, and that’s quite expensive anytime. But it’s an even worse play since Boston has been ice-cold lately.

PASS.

Against the spread

PISTONS +10.5 (-105) is a worthy play, as the Celtics -10.5 (-115) have no business laying double digits, especially on the road, against anyone since they’ve been so cold.

In addition, the C’s are still just 1-5 ATS in the last 6 trips to Detroit despite the earlier win, and Boston is just 2-8 ATS in the last 10 meetings overall.

Over/Under

UNDER 230.5 (-112) is the lean in the Motor City on Monday.

The Under has cashed in 4 in a row for the Pistons, while going an impressive 6-1 in the last 7 games at LCA. The Under is also 4-0 in the last 4 when working on a day of rest, too.

For the Celtics, the Under is 15-5-1 in the last 21 games on the road, while cashing at a 7-3-2 clip in the last 12 trips to the Motown.

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Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Saturday’s Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Boston Celtics (35-26) have an early game on Saturday on the road against the Detroit Pistons (14-45). Their game tips off at noon ET on Saturday at Little Caesars Arena. Below, we look at the Celtics vs. Pistons odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

The Celtics are one of the hottest teams in basketball. Their only loss in their last 11 games was a 112-111 defeat at the hands of these Pistons in one of their final games before the All-Star break. They returned from the break picking a W in a 129-106 road win over the Brooklyn Nets.

The Pistons have actually won two games in a row over teams who will be in the playoffs. They beat the Celtics before the All-Star break and opened the second half of the season with a 106-103 home win over the Cleveland Cavaliers Thursday.

This is the third time this month the two teams have played. The Pistons picked up the win in their last meeting, but Boston beat Detroit on the road, 102-93, Feb. 4.

Celtics at Pistons odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8 a.m. ET.

Money line: Celtics -700 (bet $700 to win $100) | Pistons +470 (bet $100 to win $470)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -11.5 (-105) | Pistons +11.5 (-120)
Over/Under (O/U): 214.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

Celtics at Pistons key injuries

Celtics

None

Pistons

G Frank Jackson (back) doubtful

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Celtics at Pistons odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 112, Pistons 95

Money line

PASS on the money line. The Celtics are playing far too well to lose two straight games to one of the worst teams in the league.

The Pistons are only 9-20 at home this season and have not had a three-game winning streak all season.

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Against the spread

The Celtics have covered the spread in six of their last 10 games. They are 18-12 ATS on the road this season.

And while the Pistons have won two games in a row, They have covered the spread in only three of their last 10 games, and they are 1-3 ATS in day games this season.

The Pistons lost eight games in a row by an average of 16.1 points before their two wins, and they lost six of them by at least 11 points.

Take the CELTICS -11.5 (-105).

Over/Under

The Celtics are 26-34-1 O/U overall this season. They have held their opponents to under 100 points in nine of their last 14 games.

The Pistons are the second-lowest scoring team in the league at 102.6 points per game.

Take UNDER 214.5 (-108).

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Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons odds, picks and prediction

Analyzing Friday’s Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The surging Boston Celtics (28-25) will visit the Detroit Pistons (12-39) Friday night, seeking to extend their winning streak to four games. Tip-off will be at 7 p.m. ET from Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. Below, we look at the Celtics vs. Pistons odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

The Celtics have won their last three games and five of their last six, most recently beating the Pelicans, Heat and Hornets. Against the Hornets, PG Marcus Smart and SG Josh Richardson led the way with 22 and 23 points, respectively, while SF Jayson Tatum dropped 19 on just 6-for-16 shooting. The Celtics just barely missed covering the 6.5-point spread, but they’re still 4-2 ATS in their last six games.

The Pistons come in having lost their last two games, including a 128-117 loss to the Timberwolves Thursday night. They’re now just 2-8 in their last 10 games and have sunk 27 games below .500 on the year. PG Frank Jackson was the team’s leading scorer Thursday, pouring in 25 points, making 5 of his 11 3-point attempts. He was one of three players with 20-plus points, along with SF Jerami Grant (20) and PF Saddiq Bey (21).

Celtics at Pistons odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated 1:50 p.m. ET.

Money line: Celtics -475 (bet $475 to win $100) | Pistons +340 (bet $100 to win $340)
Against the spread (ATS): Celtics -9.5 (-110) | Pistons +9.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 214.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Celtics at Pistons key injuries

Celtics

None

Pistons

PG Cade Cunningham (hip) out
SG Josh Jackson (back) questionable

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Celtics at Pistons odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 110, Pistons 99

Money line

The Celtics have turned things around as of late after struggling in December. They’ve won five of their last six games, four of which were by double-digits. Each of the Pistons’ last three losses has been by at least 10 points, including a 16-point loss to the Magic in a game they were only 3.5-point underdogs in.

I like the Celtics to win this game, but I’m not willing to lay down a wager with the money line sitting at -520. I would PASS.

Against the spread

The Celtics are 4-2 ATS in their last six games, while the Pistons have only covered once in their last four games. The Celtics haven’t covered in any of their last four games against the Pistons, but I think that changes tonight in Detroit.

Bet the CELTICS -9.5 (-110) to cover the spread and keep their hot streak alive. The Pistons are also playing the second half of a back-to-back, which makes this even more favorable for Boston despite being on the road.

Over/Under

In the Celtics’ last six games, the Under is 5-1. They’ve been inconsistent offensively in the last week or so, scoring just 92 points against the Hawks Jan. 28, but dropping 122 against Miami two games later. Much of that depends on the shooting of Tatum, who has been streaky.

Bet the UNDER 214.5 (-108) tonight.

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Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Sunday’s Boston Celtics at Detroit Pistons NBA betting odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The Boston Celtics (3-3) and Detroit Pistons (1-4) meet at the Little Caesars Arena Sunday at 3 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the Celtics-Pistons NBA betting odds and lines, with picks and predictions.

Celtics at Pistons: Betting odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:50 a.m. ET.

Money line: Celtics -350 (bet $350 to win $100) | Pistons +260 (bet $100 to win $260)
Against the spread/ATS: Celtics -7.5 (-120) | Pistons +7.5 (+100)
Over/Under: 213.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Celtics at Pistons: Key Injuries

Celtics

SG Romeo Langford (wrist) out
PG Kemba Walker (knee) out

Pistons

PF Blake Griffin (concussion) questionable
PG Frank Jackson (personal) questionable

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Celtics at Pistons: Odds, betting lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Celtics 110, Pistons 99

Money line (ML)

You only need to go back to New Year’s Day to know why you don’t lay big money on a favorite. The Celtics (-350) lost 96-93 to the Pistons (+260), as Detroit picked up its first win. You can’t risk more than three times your potential return on the .500 C’s right now. AVOID.

Against the spread (ATS)

CELTICS -7.5 (-120) should be able to bounce back and top the Pistons +7.5 (+100), but it’s a good idea to go lightly. Despite Friday’s non-cover, the C’s are still 6-2 ATS in the previous eight meetings in the Motor City.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 213.5 (-110) might be the best play on the board. The Over was never a possibility on New Year’s Day when these teams met, and the Under is now 6-1-1 in the past eight meetings in Detroit. Keep thumping the Under when these teams hook up until further notice.

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