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Miami Heat at Detroit Pistons odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Miami Heat at Detroit Pistons odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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For the 2nd time in 3 days, the Miami Heat (36-30) are on the road facing the Detroit Pistons (12-54). They tip off on Sunday at 3 p.m. ET at Little Caesars Arena. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Heat vs. Pistons odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Heat lead 3-0

The Heat beat the Pistons 108-95 on Friday in Detroit, covering the 7.5-point spread as favorites, snapping a 4-game losing streak. Before the skid, they had won 7 of 8. They are No. 8 in the Eastern Conference, 1 game out of the No. 6 seed to avoid the play-in tournament.

The Pistons, prior to their loss to the Heat on Friday, had won 2 games in a row and 3 of 4, giving them a quarter of their wins all season in the span of 4 games. Only Washington has fewer wins this season than Detroit.

Heat at Pistons odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:31 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Heat -275 (bet $275 to win $100) | Pistons +220 (bet $100 to win $220)
Against the spread (ATS): Heat -6.5 (-110) | Pistons +6.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 214.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Heat at Pistons key injuries

Heat

F Jimmy Butler (foot) questionable
G Tyler Herro (knee) out
F Nikola Jovic (hamstring) out
F Kevin Love (heel) out
G Josh Richardson (shoulder) out

Pistons

G Cade Cunningham (knee) probable
G Quentin Grimes (knee) out
G Ausar Thompson (illness) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Heat at Pistons picks and predictions

Prediction

Heat 108, Pistons 100

Moneyline

The Heat won by 13 on Friday in Detroit. They have 19 road wins, 7 more than the Pistons have total wins, who only have 7 wins at home all year.

And while the Pistons have won 3 of their last 5 games, it is the only time all season they have done that. They have not won 3 straight yet this season.

So it isn’t a smart bet to go with Detroit, while it isn’t a valuable bet to go Pistons here.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Pistons are 2-1 ATS against the Heat this season and they are an overall decent ATS bet. Despite only 12 straight-up wins, they are 34-32 ATS overall and 17-17 ATS at home.

Detroit’s last 4 losses have been by 8 or more points while 5 of the Heat’s last 6 wins have been by more than 7 points.

BET HEAT -6.5 (-110).

Over/Under

After 5 straight games of scoring 110 or more, the Pistons were held to 95 by the Heat on Friday. They have averaged 102.3 points in 3 games against the Heat.

The Heaat have scored 108 or fewer points in 5 straight games.

BET UNDER 214.5 (-110).

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Charlotte Hornets at Detroit Pistons odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Charlotte Hornets (16-48) visit the Detroit Pistons (10-53) on Monday night. Tip from Little Caesars Arena is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Hornets vs. Pistons odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Pistons lead 2-0

Charlotte snapped a 6-game losing streak on Saturday with a 110-99 win over the Brooklyn Nets to cover as a 6-point home underdog. F Miles Bridges led 3 players posting double-doubles, scoring a team-high 24 points and 10 rebounds while C Nick Richards had 15 points and 11 rebounds and G Vasilije Micic had 12 points and 10 assists. The Hornets shot 54.3% from the field.

Detroit fell 142-124 on Saturday against the Dallas Mavericks while failing to cover as an 8.5-point home underdog. G Cade Cunningham just missed a triple-double with a team-high 33 points, 10 assists and 9 rebounds. C James Wiseman also had a double-double (17 points, 12 rebounds) while the Pistons shot 45.5% from the field in the loss.

Hornets at Pistons odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:43 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Hornets +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Pistons -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Hornets +3.5 (-110) | Pistons -3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 217.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Hornets at Pistons key injuries

Hornets

G LaMelo Ball (ankle) out
G Seth Curry (ankle) out
G Tre Mann (groin) doubtful
F Cody Martin (ankle) out
G Bryce McGowens (knee) out
C Mark Williams (back) out

Pistons

G Quentin Grimes (knee) probable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Hornets at Pistons picks and predictions

Prediction

Pistons 111, Hornets 101

Moneyline

PASS.

There is better value on the Detroit (-160) spread.

Against the spread

BET PISTONS -3.5 (-110).

While neither the Hornets or Pistons have played well recently, the Pistons have covered in 2 of their last 3. They have also scored more points in each of their last 2 games than the Hornets have scored in their last 10. With Charlotte dealing with an array of lingering injuries, expect the Pistons, who have won and covered in the 2 previous meetings this season, to do the same again on Monday night.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 217.5 (-115).

The Hornets have hit the Under in 8 of their last 10 Overall including 6 of their last 7. They have scored 110 or fewer points and allowed 112 or fewer in each of their last 4 games and in 8 of their last 10.

Detroit has hit the Under in 7 of its last 10 and has scored 111 or fewer in 7 of its last 10 while allowing 113 or fewer in 6 of its last 8.

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Dallas Mavericks at Detroit Pistons odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Detroit Pistons (10-52) welcome the Dallas Mavericks (35-28) to Little Caesars Arena Saturday. Tip is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Mavericks vs. Pistons odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting of 2023.

The Pistons beat the Brooklyn Nets 118-112 at home Thursday, covering as a 2.5-point underdog. They have lost 3 of their last 4 and 9 of their last 11. Detroit has covered in 6 of those 11 though. It is 32-30 against the spread (ATS) on the season. The Pistons are led by G Cade Cunningham, who is averaging 22.4 points per game.

The Mavericks beat the Miami Heat 114-108 at home Thursday, covering as a 4.5-point favorite. Dallas has lost 3 of its last 4 as well and is 1-3 ATS in that span. The Mavs have lost 5 of their last 7. They are 33-30 ATS on the season. Dallas is led by G Luka Doncic, who is averaging 34.6 points per game.

Mavericks at Pistons odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:30 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Mavericks -300 (bet $300 to win $100) | Pistons +245 (bet $100 to win $245)
Against the spread (ATS): Mavericks -7.5 (-106) | Pistons +7.5 (-114)
Over/Under (O/U): 234.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Mavericks at Pistons key injuries

Mavericks

G Luka Doncic (elbow) questionable
C Dereck Lively II (personal) out

Pistons

G Quentin Grimes (knee) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Mavericks at Pistons picks and predictions

Prediction

Mavericks 120, Pistons 109

Moneyline

PASS.

The Mavericks are a far superior team but too expensive to play outright. Avoid backing the Pistons to pull off the upset as well.

Against the spread

BET MAVERICKS -7.5 (-106).

The Mavericks have covered 3 of their last 6 games but have covered 2 of their last 3 on the road. They have a talented side and have far more scoring, notching at least 114 in 3 straight games.

While their defense has left a lot to be desired, the Pistons don’t have the weapons to make them pay. Detroit is 1-2 ATS in its last 3 games as a single-digit home underdog.

Expect the Pistons to again struggle and back MAVERICKS -7.5 (-106).

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 234.5 (-110).

If there’s one thing that teams have done as of late, it is hit the Under. The Mavericks have gone Under in 6 of their last 10 games while the Pistons have gone Under in 9 of their last 11.

Detroit has scored Under 110 points per game in 4 of its last 5. It doesn’t have the firepower to help the total go Over here. That said, back UNDER 234.5 (-110).

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Brooklyn Nets at Detroit Pistons odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Brooklyn Nets at Detroit Pistons odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Brooklyn Nets (25-37) travel to take on the Detroit Pistons (9-52) Thursday. Tip-off from Little Caesars Arena is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Nets vs. Pistons odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Brooklyn leads 2-0, winning a game at home and on the road

Brooklyn picked up a 112-107 home win over the Philadelphia 76ers Tuesday, covering as a 1-point favorite. F Dorian Finney-Smith and G Dennis Schroder scored 20 points each and G Lonnie Walker IV added 19 points off the bench in the victory. Brooklyn has won 3 of its last 4 games.

Detroit lost at the Miami Heat Tuesday 118-110 but covered as an 11-point underdog. Detroit shot only 28.6% (12 of 42) from deep, while Miami hit 45.2% (14 of 31) from long range. The Pistons have lost 3 consecutive games and 9 of their last 10.

Nets at Pistons odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 2:28 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Nets -138 (bet $138 to win $100) | Pistons +118 (bet $100 to win $118)
Against the spread (ATS): Nets -2.5 (-110) | Pistons +2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 216.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Nets at Pistons key injuries

Nets

F Cameron Johnson (ankle) out
C Day’Ron Sharpe (wrist) questionable
F Ben Simmons (back) out
G Cam Thomas (ankle) out

Pistons

G Quentin Grimes (knee) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Nets at Pistons picks and predictions

Prediction

Nets 111, Pistons 109

Moneyline

BET NETS (-138).

Brooklyn has won 3 consecutive matchups vs. Detroit and is 9-1 in the last 10 head-to-head meetings.

As mentioned, the Nets are 3-1 in their last 4 games, while the Pistons are 1-9 in their last 10.

Detroit is also an awful 4-25 at home this season, including 0-4 in its last 4 home games.

Against the spread

PASS, but I could see backing Detroit +2.5 (-110) due to recent trends.

Detroit has covered the spread in 4 of its last 6 games, is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 matchups vs. Brooklyn and is 6-4 ATS in the last 10 in the Nets series.

The Pistons are just a bit better ATS (31-30) than the Nets (28-31-3).

Detroit +2.5 (-110) would be a very slight lean since the series has been mostly even in recent matchups and both teams’ ATS records are similar.

Over/Under

BET OVER 216 (-112).

The Over has hit in back-to-back games for the Nets and is 3-1 in their last 4. For Detroit, the Over hit in its last outing and is 32-28-1 this season.

More impressive is that the Over has also hit in 7 consecutive Brooklyn-Detroit matchups and is 8-2 in the last 10 meetings.

However, be warned. The Under has been dominant for the Pistons lately, going 9-1 in their last 10.

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Detroit Pistons at Miami Heat odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Detroit Pistons at Miami Heat odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Detroit Pistons (9-51) visit the Miami Heat (34-26) Tuesday night. Tip from Kaseya Center is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Pistons vs. Heat odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Heat lead 1-0

The Pistons have lost back-to-back games after falling 113-191 at the Orlando Magic Sunday, failing to cover as 10.5-point underdogs. G Evan Fournier scored a team-high 17 points off the bench while 5 Pistons players scored in double figures. Detroit shot 38.4% from the field and 22.2% from 3 in the loss.

The Heat got back in the win column with a 126-120 victory over the Utah Jazz Saturday while failing to cover as 9-point home favorites. F Jimmy Butler scored a game-high 37 points on 12-of-19 shooting while 6 Heat players scored in double figures. Miami shot 52.3% from the field in the win.

In an Oct. 25 meeting, the Pistons covered as 9.5-point underdogs in a 103-102 loss at Miami as the Under (218.5) hit.

Pistons at Heat odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:15 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pistons +475 (bet $100 to win $475) | Heat -650 (bet $650 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Pistons +11.5 (-110) | Heat -11.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 217.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Pistons at Heat key injuries

Pistons

G Quentin Grimes (knee) doubtful

Heat

G Tyler Herro (foot) out
C Kevin Love (heel) out
G Josh Richardson (shoulder) out

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Pistons at Heat picks and predictions

Prediction

Heat 113, Pistons 99

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Heat (-650) to beat a Pistons team that is 5-26 on the road this season.

Against the spread

BET HEAT -11.5 (-110).

The Pistons have failed to cover the spread in 5 of their last 8, including back-to-back games overall and 4 of their last 6 as double-digit underdogs. Miami is 9-1 ATS in its last 10 games, including 3-1 ATS in its last 4 at home. Against a struggling Detroit team, expect Miami to dominate Tuesday night.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 217.5 (-115).

The Pistons have hit the Over just once in their last 10 games and have hit the Under in 9 straight. They have scored 105 or fewer points in 3 consecutive games and have not scored more than 111 in 9 straight.

Miami has a 23-37 Over record this season and has hit the Under in 7 of its last 10 games, including 2 of its last 3 at home. It has scored 109 or fewer points in 5 of its last 9 games and has held opponents to 110 or fewer in 9 of its last 10.

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Detroit Pistons at Orlando Magic odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Detroit Pistons at Orlando Magic odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Orlando Magic (34-26) welcome the Detroit Pistons (9-50) to the Kia Center Sunday. Tip is set for 6 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Pistons vs. Magic odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Magic lead 3-0

The Magic beat the Utah Jazz 115-107 Thursday, covering as 6.5-point home favorites. They have won 2 in a row and 5 of their last 6, covering the spread in 4 of those 6. Orlando is 39-21 against the spread (ATS) on the season. It is led by F Paolo Banchero, who is averaging 22.8 points per game (PPG).

The Pistons lost to the Cleveland Cavaliers 110-100 Friday, failing to cover as 7-point home underdogs. Detroit has lost 7 of its last 8 games, yet is 3-1 ATS in its last 4. It is 6-4 ATS in its last 10 and 30-29 ATS on the season. The Pistons are led by G Cade Cunningham, who is averaging 22.4 PPG.

Pistons at Magic odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:39 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pistons +440 (bet $100 to win $440) | Magic -590 (bet $590 to win $100)
Against the spread: Pistons +11 (-110) | Magic -11 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 217 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Pistons at Magic key injuries

Pistons

G Marcus Sasser (knee) probable

Magic

None

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Pistons at Magic picks and predictions

Prediction

Magic 114, Pistons 100

Moneyline

PASS.

The Magic have beat the Pistons in all 3 games and beat the Pistons by 32 in Orlando earlier in the season. However, they certainly aren’t worth any wager at -590.

Against the spread

BET MAGIC -11 (-110).

The Pistons have failed to cover 3 of their last 5 games as double-digit underdogs. Detroit lost by just 3 to Orlando Feb. 24 but shot over 50% from the field. That is unlikely to repeat itself.

The Magic are 3-1 ATS in their last 4 games as double-digit favorites. Orlando has a strong defense that should limit what Detroit can do offensively. The Magic are a league-best 19-8 ATS at home.

Back MAGIC -11 (-110).

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 217 (-110).

The Magic have gone Under in 4 straight games and have allowed Under 110 points in each. They have held 6 straight opponents Under that threshold. Orlando is 29-31 O/U on the season. The Pistons have gone Under in 8 straight games and have scored 105 or fewer in 2 straight.

Detroit sits 25th in offensive rating while Orlando is 5th in defensive rating. With Orlando also 26th in pace, expect a slow-tempo, low-scoring battle. TAKE UNDER 217 (-110).

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Cleveland Cavaliers at Detroit Pistons odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Cleveland Cavaliers (38-20) and Detroit Pistons (9-49) meet Friday with tip-off from Little Caesars Arena set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Cavaliers vs. Pistons odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Cleveland leads 3-0

Cleveland suffered a 132-123 double OT loss vs. the Chicago Bulls Wednesday, failing to cover as a 5.5-point road favorite. The Cavaliers were outrebounded by an astounding 74-39 in the loss. Cleveland is 2-1 in its last 3 games and it has failed to covered the spread in 7 consecutive outings.

Detroit picked up a 105-95 win over the Chicago Bulls Tuesday while covering as a 10-point road underdog. Detroit held the Bulls to only 39.8% shooting from the field and 6.9% shooting from deep in the loss. Tuesday’s win ended a 6-game losing streak for the Pistons.

Cavaliers at Pistons odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 11:43 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Cavaliers -370 (bet $370 to win $100) | Pistons +295 (bet $100 to win $295)
Against the spread (ATS): Cavaliers -9 (-110) | Pistons +9 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 222.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Cavaliers at Pistons key injuries

Cavaliers

Not yet submitted

Pistons

None

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Cavaliers at Pistons picks and predictions

Prediction

Cavaliers 112, Pistons 109

Moneyline

PASS.

Cleveland is a dominant 7-3 in its last 10 meetings with Detroit, and the Cavaliers are the much better team, but they are not worth the risk of betting on as such heavy (-370) favorites. Bet on the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

BET PISTONS +9 (-110).

Detroit has covered the spread in each of its last 3 games and is 6-3 ATS in its last 9 outings. The Pistons have also covered the spread in 3 consecutive games vs. Cleveland. Detroit is 6-3-1 ATS in its last 10 matchups vs. Cleveland and is 30-28 ATS this season while the Cavs are 28-30.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 222.5 (-110).

The Under has hit in 7 consecutive games for Detroit and is 8-2 in its last 10. For Cleveland, the Under is 6-4 in its last 10 outings and is 31-26-1 on the season. The Under has also hit in 6 of the last 7 Cleveland-Detroit matchups.

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Portland Trail Blazers at Detroit Pistons odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Portland Trail Blazers at Detroit Pistons odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Portland Trail Blazers (1-3) and Detroit Pistons (2-2) meet Wednesday at Little Caesars Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Trail Blazers vs. Pistons odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Blazers won series 2-0 in 2022-23

The Trail Blazers snapped a 3-game losing streak Monday with a 99-91 win in Toronto, also picking up their 1st cover of the season in 4 outings. The Blazers have had difficulty scoring points, averaging just 98.0 PPG across the past 3 outings, hitting the Under in 2 of those contests.

The Pistons suffered a 124-112 setback against the Oklahoma City Thunder on the road Monday, halting a modest 2-game winning streak and 3-0 against-the-spread (ATS) run to start the season. The Over has cashed in the past 2 outings after the Under hit in the 1st 2 outings.

Portland has won 7 straight meetings in this series since Detroit last won 99-90 on March 30, 2019, at home. The Blazers have covered 6 straight in the series, too.

Trail Blazers at Pistons odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 4:09 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Trail Blazers +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Pistons -155 (bet $155 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Trail Blazers +3.5 (-110) | Pistons -3.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 214.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Trail Blazers at Pistons key injuries

Trail Blazers

G Anfernee Simons (thumb) out
F Ish Wainwright (calf) out

Pistons

F Bojan Bogdanovic (calf) out
C Jalen Duren (ankle) questionable
G Monte Morris (quadriceps) out

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Trail Blazers at Pistons picks and predictions

Prediction

Trail Blazers 110, Pistons 104

Moneyline

The TRAIL BLAZERS (+125) are worth a look as short ‘dogs on the road in Motown.

Portland has won 7 in a row in this series, but obviously that was prior to the team shipping G Damian Lillard out of the Rose City. Still, the Blazers head into this one with a little steam after upending the Raptors in Toronto as 10-point underdogs.

Against the spread

The TRAIL BLAZERS +3.5 (-110) are a decent play if you can’t pick them straight up. Portland has covered 6 in a row in this series.

The Pistons -3.5 (-110) opened the season with a 3-0 ATS run, but they were tripped up in OKC in the 1st meeting against a Western Conference team. Detroit has lost 5 straight against teams from the West, including a 110-104 loss to Portland on March 6 last season.

Over/Under

UNDER 214.5 (-110) is the lean, ever so slightly.

The Blazers have scored 99 or fewer points in 3 consecutive outings, cashing the Under in 2 of those contests. Portland’s D has held opponents to 102 or fewer points in 2 of the past 3, as well.

Detroit has hit the Over in the past 2 contests, but the defense has clamped down on the opposition, holding teams to 103 or fewer points in 3 of 4 games overall.

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Detroit Pistons at Oklahoma City Thunder odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Detroit Pistons at Oklahoma City Thunder odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Detroit Pistons (2-1) and Oklahoma City Thunder (2-1) meet Monday at Paycom Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Pistons vs. Thunder odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; teams split 1-1 last season

The Pistons surprised the Chicago Bulls at Little Caesars Arena on Saturday, winning 118-102 as a 2.5-point underdog. The Pistons have won 2 straight outright, while going 3-0 against the spread (ATS), all as an underdog. The Over (213) on Saturday snapped a modest 2-game Under run to open.

The Thunder saw a 2-game win streak snapped 128-95 in their home opener against the defending champion Denver Nuggets. The Under has cashed in 2 in a row for OKC after an Over in the opener.

Pistons at Thunder odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:19 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pistons +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Thunder -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Pistons +5.5 (-110) | Thunder -5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 226.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Pistons at Thunder key injuries

Pistons

G Monte Morris (quadriceps) out
C James Wiseman (finger) probable

Thunder

G Kenrich Williams (back) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Pistons at Thunder picks and predictions

Prediction

Thunder 114, Pistons 110

Moneyline

The Thunder (-225) will cost you more than 2 times your potential return, and that’s quite pricey after Oklahoma City was just thumped by 33 points last time out.

The Pistons (+180) are a bit tempting for a chance to nearly double up, as they have split 2 road games to date.

Still, the best option is to AVOID.

Against the spread

The PISTONS +5.5 (-110) are a decent play catching nearly 3 buckets. Detroit has cashed as an underdog in all 3 games to date.

The Thunder -5.5 (-110) hasn’t been favored this season, and again, they’re coming off a blowout loss last time out.

Over/Under

UNDER 226.5 (-110) is worth playing, but go with a half-unit play at most.

The Under has hit in the past 2 games for the Thunder, averaging just 101.5 PPG during the span. OKC did allow 128 points last time out, however, so be careful.

The Pistons have cashed the Under in 2 of 3 games to date, with both instances coming on the road.

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Chicago Bulls at Detroit Pistons odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Chicago Bulls (1-1) face a division opponent in the Detroit Pistons (1-1) Saturday. Tipoff from Little Caesars Arena is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Bulls vs. Pistons odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting; Bulls won 4-0 last season.

Chicago picked up a 104-103 OT win vs. the Toronto Raptors Friday thanks to a game-winning 3 from G Alex Caruso. The Bulls failed to cover as a 2-point favorite. G/F DeMar DeRozan showed out for the Bulls in the win, scoring 33 points on 11-for-22 shooting from the field and 10-for-14 from the free throw line.

Detroit came away with a 111-99 win vs. the Charlotte Hornets Friday, covering as a 4.5-point underdog. The Pistons held Charlotte to 37.5% shooting from the field and 25% shooting from beyond the arc while also out rebounding the Hornets 52-41. Detroit saw 6 players finish with 12 or more points in the win.

Bulls at Pistons odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:45 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bulls -120 (bet $120 to win $100) | Pistons +100 (bet $100 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Bulls -1.5 (-110) | Pistons +1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 215.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bulls at Pistons key injuries

Bulls

G Zach LaVine (back) game-time decision

Pistons

G Monte Morris (quadriceps) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Bulls at Pistons picks and predictions

Prediction

Bulls 103, Pistons 99

Moneyline

LEAN BULLS (-120).

Detroit does pose a solid threat to the Bulls in this matchup, but it would be tough for me to advise betting on the Pistons here unless LaVine is ruled out. Chicago has beaten Detroit in all of the last 10 meetings and has covered the spread in 8 of those meetings.

Against the spread

LEAN BULLS -1.5 (-110).

The Pistons are a risky bet here unless you are fully confident that they will either win, or that this will finish as a 1-point game. If this game comes down to a buzzer-beater type scenario, that actually would likely favor the Bulls as they have more proven clutch time performers than Detroit. Chicago is the safest play here, but the moneyline and O/U are safer lines to bet.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 215.5 (-110).

The total has dropped 3 points with LaVine’s health in question Saturday morning. Both of Detroit’s 2 games so start the season have hit the Under, and Chicago’s last matchup vs. Toronto also hit the Under. Both of these teams struggle to find a consistent way to score the ball, and both struggle shooting the 3 ball. Also, 8 of the last 10 meetings between these squads have hit the Under.

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