NBA Betting Preview: Pistons vs Pacers
The Detroit Pistons tip off against the Indiana Pacers in this NBA clash. Our betting preview features expert NBA predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and confirmed starting lineups.
Big Win for Pistons?
The Pistons can enjoy a big victory and a bet against the spread could be the best way forward. Back the favorites off -12.5 to cover the line against the Pacers at -112.
Pistons Won 121-78 in Teams’ Last Meeting
Detroit Pistons have triumphed in back-to-back games. The latest was on the road where Charlotte Hornets were beaten 118-100 at Spectrum Center. Jalen Duren poured in 20 points, with Duncan Robinson contributing 19 and Cade Cunningham adding 14.
Indiana Pacers were beaten 105-94 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in their last game, being turned over at home to Philadelphia 76ers. Jarace Walker scored 17 points, with Quenton Jackson adding 16 and Ethan Thompson 15.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The scoreline was 121-78 in favor of the Pistons when they last played the Pacers, with the matchup taking place at Little Caesars Arena. The Pistons have landed three consecutive wins over the Pacers. However, the head-to-head record illustrates that they’ve lost 6 of the past 10.
Pistons
59
22
0.728
117.6
109.5
8.1
32-9
27-13
11-4
38-13
7-3
2W
Pacers
19
62
0.235
112.3
120.3
-8
11-29
8-33
4-11
15-36
4-6
1L
Detroit Pistons – Last 10 Games
The Pistons have 7 wins and 3 losses in the past 10 games. They are averaging 119.5 points, 44.3 rebounds, 31.9 assists, 10.2 steals and 6.9 blocks while shooting 51.4% from the field and 76.7% from the free-throw line. The opposition average 109.0 points and 38.8 rebounds per matchup.
Jalen Duren is averaging 19.4 points and 9.4 rebounds, Daniss Jenkins 7.2 assists and Duncan Robinson 2.5 (50.0%) 3-pointers.
Indiana Pacers – Last 10 Games
The Pacers have won 4 and lost 6 of their last 10 contests. Averaging 118.8 points, 43.7 rebounds, 33.5 assists, 6.8 steals and 3.6 blocks per game while shooting 49.8% from the field and 82.0% from the free-throw line. Their opponents have averaged 119.0 points and 44.3 rebounds.
Pascal Siakam is averaging 15.3 points, with Micah Potter landing 6.3 rebounds and 1.8 (51.4%) 3-pointers. Andrew Nembhard has an average of 5.3 assists.
Detroit Pistons vs Indiana Pacers Prediction & Picks
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Game Prediction
There’s a lot to like about the -12.5 line that Pistons have to cover in this NBA contest. Take the -112 and feel confident that the favorites get the job done.
To deliver the best possible basketball predictions, we start by locking in the team news and taking time to review the latest form. There’s also no shortage of data to crunch from the most up-to-date NBA stats available.
Key Pistons vs Pacers stats:
The -12.5 line has been covered by Pistons in 3 of their last 5 games.The -12.5 line has been covered by Pistons in 6 of their last 10 games on the road.The -12.5 line has been covered by Pistons in 2 consecutive games.Pistons -12.5 Probability
When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 52.9% chance of landing a return. Based on our in-depth research, our analysts calculate the actual probability to be 55-60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.
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Correct Score Prediction
We’re going for the Pistons to achieve a 126-109 win and the good news is that there are massive odds for this outcome. A small stake can return a potentially large amount.
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Detroit Pistons vs Indiana Pacers 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.
Pistons Win on the Cards According to the Books
The latest Moneyline betting odds give Detroit Pistons a 88% chance of winning this NBA game which means they’re overwhelming -714 favorites with the sportsbooks. Indiana Pacers are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +520.
The current spread is 12.5 and total points is 228.5. Having a bet on the Totals is one of the most popular basketball wagers. If you’re wanting to back Over 228.5, the odds are -110.
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Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Pacers Have Suffered Nine Defeats in Their Last Ten at Home
The Pacers have gone 1-9 across their last 10 home games, posting 111.00 points per contest while yielding 120.70.
The Pistons have six wins and four losses in the last 10 road games, averaging 116.30 points scored and 106.90 points allowed.
The last time the teams met at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, the Pistons defeated the Pacers 122-117. Across the past 10 head-to-head meetings at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, the Pacers have collected six wins, with the Pistons owning four.
Indiana Pacers Home Stats
1-9
231.70
111.00
120.70
6
4
Detroit Pistons Away Stats
6-4
223.20
116.30
106.90
4
6
W-L = Wins-Losses
P = Avg. Points
PF = Avg. Points For
PA = Avg. Points Against
O228.5 = Games Over 228.5 Points
U228.5 = Games Under 228.5 Points
Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Detroit Pistons Stats
Indiana Pacers Stats
7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
1 win and 9 defeats in the last 10 home games
-12.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
-12.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games on the road
+12.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
+12.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 228.50 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 223.20 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 228.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
Over 228.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 119.50 pts and allowed 109.00 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 116.30 pts and allowed 106.90 pts in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 237.80 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 231.70 pts in the previous 10 home games
Over 228.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
Over 228.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 118.80 pts and allowed 119.00 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 111.00 pts and allowed 120.70 pts in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 33.00 (57%)
3-Pointers Made: 11.70 (40%)
Free Throws Made: 18.40 (76.67%)
Rebounds: Total 44.3, Offensive 11.80, Defensive 32.50
Assists: 31.90
Blocks: 6.90
Steals: 10.20
Turnovers : 15.10
Personal Fouls: 21.10
Last 10 Games on the Road
2-Pointers Made: 32.00 (55%)
3-Pointers Made: 11.30 (37%)
Free Throws Made: 18.40 (73.9%)
Rebounds: Total 45.1, Offensive 13.40, Defensive 31.70
Assists: 30.00
Blocks: 6.80
Steals: 10.00
Turnovers : 13.20
Personal Fouls: 22.10
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 29.30 (58%)
3-Pointers Made: 14.90 (39%)
Free Throws Made: 15.50 (82.01%)
Rebounds: Total 43.7, Offensive 8.40, Defensive 35.30
Assists: 33.50
Blocks: 3.60
Steals: 6.80
Turnovers : 14.40
Personal Fouls: 18.90
Last 10 Home Games
2-Pointers Made: 27.70 (57%)
3-Pointers Made: 13.30 (36%)
Free Throws Made: 15.70 (80.93%)
Rebounds: Total 39.6, Offensive 8.10, Defensive 31.50
Assists: 28.80
Blocks: 4.60
Steals: 6.70
Turnovers : 15.90
Personal Fouls: 18.90
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 Kyrone Jones
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