NBA Betting Preview: Pelicans vs Pistons
The New Orleans Pelicans tip off against the Detroit Pistons in this NBA contest. Our betting preview features expert NBA predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and confirmed starting lineups.
Roll the Dice on Teams Scoring Over 225.5
Over 225.5 points seems like a realistic outcome when the Pelicans go up against the Pistons. We’re taking odds of -110 on the basis that the total line is too low.
7 Pelicans Wins in Last 10 H2H Clashes
New Orleans Pelicans have been defeated in their previous three road games. They recently suffered a 121-116 loss against New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Zion Williamson dropped 22 points, as Jeremiah Fears finished with 21 and Saddiq Bey 18.
Detroit Pistons were defeated last time out. Little Caesars Arena saw them beaten at home to Atlanta Hawks by a 130-129 (OT) scoreline. Jalen Duren had 26 points and 14 rebounds, Tobias Harris scored 22 points, while Daniss Jenkins recorded 19 points and 10 assists.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The Pistons beat the Pelicans in their last head-to-head matchup. It was a 112-104 scoreline at Smoothie King Center. The Pistons have racked up three consecutive wins over the Pelicans. Conversely, they have lost 7 of the past 10 on the head-to-head.
Pistons
52
20
0.722
117.5
109.8
7.7
28-9
24-11
10-4
34-12
7-3
1L
Pelicans
25
48
0.342
115.5
119.2
-3.7
16-22
9-26
7-8
16-30
6-4
2L
New Orleans Pelicans – Last 10 Games
6 wins and 4 losses in the past 10 games. The Pelicans are averaging 119.4 points, 44.6 rebounds, 26.3 assists, 8.8 steals and 6.1 blocks while shooting 48.9% from the field and 79.3% from the free-throw line. The opposition have averaged 112.8 points and 44.1 rebounds per contest.
Zion Williamson is averaging 20.5 points, Yves Missi 7.0 rebounds and Dejounte Murray 4.9 assists, while Trey Murphy averages 3.7 (40.2%) 3-pointers made.
Detroit Pistons – Last 10 Games
The Pistons have won 7 and lost 3 of their previous 10 contests. Averaging 121.7 points, 43.1 rebounds, 31.4 assists, 9.8 steals and 5.8 blocks per game while shooting 50.2% from the field and 79.8% from the free-throw line. Their opponents average 111.2 points and 39.3 rebounds.
Jalen Duren is averaging 24.3 points and 9.6 rebounds, Cade Cunningham 6.2 assists and Duncan Robinson 2.7 (45.0%) 3-pointers.
New Orleans Pelicans vs Detroit Pistons Prediction & Picks
We cover the essential New Orleans Pelicans vs Detroit Pistons betting angles, featuring our main match prediction, correct score guidance and a carefully crafted bet builder.
Game Prediction
Over 225.5 points are expected be scored during this NBA contest, with this pick available at odds of -110 and this looks like a bet worth taking.
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Key Pelicans vs Pistons stats:
The 225.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Pelicans games.The 225.5 line has been covered in 13 of the last 20 Pelicans games.The 225.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Pistons games.The 225.5 line has been covered in 12 of the last 20 Pistons games.Over 225.5 Probability
According to the latest odds, our pick has a 52.4% chance of delivering a return. Based on our in-depth research, our analysts calculate the actual probability to be 55-60%. It is the reason why we are recommending this wager.
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Correct Score Prediction
There are a range of correct score lines to choose from and we’re taking a chance on the Pistons to record a 120-110 victory. There’s a massive return if we get this right.
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New Orleans Pelicans vs Detroit Pistons Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Latest Moneyline Odds Suggest Pistons Victory
Detroit Pistons have the shortest price to win this NBA game, with the sportsbooks giving them a 66% probability due to their -196 Moneyline betting odds. The market suggests that New Orleans Pelicans are least likely to win at +164.
The spread is currently 5, with the total points line at 226.5. A wager on the Totals allows basketball bettors to use the latest data to good effect. If you want to back Over 226.5, it’s -110.
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Little Caesars Arena
Pistons Have Collected Seven Wins in Past Ten Home Games
The Pistons have a 7-3 record in their last 10 home games, averaging 118.60 points scored and 109.60 points allowed.
The Pelicans have come up short in their last three on the road. They have four wins and six losses in the last 10 games on the road, putting up 118.80 points on average and giving up 119.50.
The last Little Caesars Arena meeting saw the Pistons beat the Pelicans 136-130. Over the last 8 head-to-head clashes at Little Caesars Arena, the Pelicans have secured six victories, as the Pistons have picked up two.
Detroit Pistons Home Stats
7-3
228.20
118.60
109.60
5
5
New Orleans Pelicans Away Stats
4-6
238.30
118.80
119.50
7
3
W-L = Wins-Losses
P = Avg. Points
PF = Avg. Points For
PA = Avg. Points Against
O225.5 = Games Over 225.5 Points
U225.5 = Games Under 225.5 Points
Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
New Orleans Pelicans Stats
Detroit Pistons Stats
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 home games
+5.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in the last 10 games
+5.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games on the road
-5.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
-5.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 232.20 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 238.30 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 225.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
Over 225.5 on the Road: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 119.40 pts and allowed 112.80 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 118.80 pts and allowed 119.50 pts in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 232.90 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 228.20 pts in the previous 10 home games
Over 225.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
Over 225.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 121.70 pts and allowed 111.20 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 118.60 pts and allowed 109.60 pts in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 30.50 (55%)
3-Pointers Made: 12.30 (38%)
Free Throws Made: 21.50 (79.34%)
Rebounds: Total 44.6, Offensive 11.60, Defensive 33.00
Assists: 26.30
Blocks: 6.10
Steals: 8.80
Turnovers : 12.50
Personal Fouls: 18.40
Last 10 Games on the Road
2-Pointers Made: 28.20 (53%)
3-Pointers Made: 13.70 (39%)
Free Throws Made: 21.30 (82.24%)
Rebounds: Total 43.3, Offensive 11.50, Defensive 31.80
Assists: 27.80
Blocks: 5.60
Steals: 7.70
Turnovers : 14.00
Personal Fouls: 20.40
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 34.60 (57%)
3-Pointers Made: 10.80 (36%)
Free Throws Made: 20.10 (79.76%)
Rebounds: Total 43.1, Offensive 13.20, Defensive 29.90
Assists: 31.40
Blocks: 5.80
Steals: 9.80
Turnovers : 12.70
Personal Fouls: 21.20
Last 10 Home Games
2-Pointers Made: 34.90 (57%)
3-Pointers Made: 10.00 (33%)
Free Throws Made: 18.80 (79.66%)
Rebounds: Total 45.1, Offensive 13.90, Defensive 31.20
Assists: 29.40
Blocks: 6.40
Steals: 11.00
Turnovers : 14.00
Personal Fouls: 21.20
Starting Lineups
Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of tip-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.
Expert Analysis by Jordan Williams
NBA Analyst
About the Analyst
Jordan Williams is an NBA Analyst with over 12 years of experience as a basketball odds compiler and betting analyst. Based in Los Angeles, he specialises in NBA market pricing, utilising efficiency-based metrics and first-hand game insight to identify long-term betting value.
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