Detroit Pistons vs Oklahoma City Thunder Preview
In a non-conference matchup, the Oklahoma City Thunder (-966) will head to Detroit to take on the Pistons (+627) at Little Caesars Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 2:00 ET and the game can be seen on BSDE.
At 32-13, the Thunder are on a five-game winning streak and are favored by 13.5 points over the Pistons (5-40), who are 15th in the Eastern Conference. The over/under line for this game is currently sitting at 239.5 points.
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Detroit Pistons vs Oklahoma City Thunder Head-to-Head and Key Stats
In the last three head-to-head matchups, the Thunder are averaging 111 points per game, compared to the Pistons at 110. These figures have led to Oklahoma City posting a record of 2-1.
- Across their last three road contests, Oklahoma City has been good against the spread posting a mark of 3-0. Their overall mark in these games was 3-0, while averaging 116 points per game.
- In their last five home games, Detroit has averaged 122 points per game while allowing 130. The team’s record in this stretch was 1-4 while going 3-2.
- Going back to their previous three games as the underdog, Detroit has an ATS mark of 3-0 while going 0-3 straight up.
- Oklahoma City has done well both straight up and vs the spread when favored to win the game, going 4-1 SU and 4-1 ATS in their last five games.
Detroit Pistons vs Oklahoma City Thunder Prediction
Today, the Thunder are favored by 13.5 points against the Pistons. This season, Oklahoma City has been favored in 29 of their 45 games and have a record of 23-6 in those games. As the favorite, they have won their last four games and have an average scoring margin of +12.6 points per game.
Oklahoma City’s ATS record for the season is 31-14, and they have covered the spread in their last two games. On the road, they are 15-8 ATS and have an average scoring differential of +6.9 points per game.
In their most recent game, the Thunder defeated the Pelicans by a score of 107-83. The O/U line for that game was 237.5 points, and the Thunder were favored by 1.5 points. The teams combined for just 190 points, going under the O/U line of 237.5.
The Thunder are currently in 1st place in the Western Conference with a record of 32-13. Against other Western Conference teams, they are 20-10 and 12-3 in non-conference games. This season, the Thunder have an O/U record of 25-20-0.
When it comes to scoring, the Thunder have been one of the best teams in the league this season. They are currently 3rd in the NBA in scoring at 121.6 points per game. Interestingly, they have been better on the road (119.3 PPG) than at home (123.9 PPG).
Overall, Oklahoma City has outscored the NBA scoring average in 71.1% of their games this season. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 2nd in the league at 50%. They have also been one of the top three-point shooting teams, hitting 39% of their attempts (3rd).
When it comes to pace, the Thunder are 11th in the NBA at 99.8 possessions per game. In terms of two-point shooting, they are 3rd in the league at 57%. In terms of assists, they are 10th in the NBA at 27.4 per game.
At this time, the Thunder’s defense is positioned 13th in the NBA, permitting 112.9 points per game. On two point field goal attempts, the Thunder’s defensive unit is allowing a field goal percentage of 51.3% and allowing 36.0% from beyond the arc.
In the Eastern Conference standings, the Pistons are currently in 15th place with a record of 5-40. Within the Central Division, they are in 5th place.
Detroit’s ATS record for the season is 20-24, and they have gone 19-20 ATS as the underdog. Today, they are 13.5-point underdogs and have gone 4-36 straight up as the underdog.
As the underdog, the Pistons have lost three straight games and are 3-21 at home this season. On the road, they are 2-19 compared to an average scoring margin of -11.7 points per game.
This season, the Pistons have gone 27-17-1 on the O/U, including three straight games finishing below the betting line. In their games this season, the average combined scoring total is 234.8 points.
Detroit’s last game was a 118-104 loss to the Wizards. They were favored by 3.5 points in that game, and the O/U line was 241. The teams combined to score 222 points.
When it comes to scoring, the Pistons are 24th in the NBA at 112.3 points per game. At home, they are 27th in the league, averaging 111.5 points per game. In terms of pace, Detroit is 7th in the NBA at 100.6 possessions per game.
One area where the Pistons have excelled is in getting to the free-throw line. They are 16th in free-throw attempts at 22.5 per game. Overall, they are 18th in the league in free throws made.
In terms of three-point shooting, Detroit is 29th in both attempts and makes. They are shooting 35% from beyond the arc. When it comes to two-point shooting, the Pistons are 21st in the NBA.
Looking at the Pistons defense, they will be looking for a better performance considering they are currently conceding 122.5 points per game (27th). So far this season, the Pistons’ defense has struggled with fouls, averaging 2nd in fouls per contest. On average, opponents are getting to the line 27.0 times per game vs. Detroit.
With a 13.5-point advantage on the spread, our projections favor the Thunder to secure a 117-110 victory.
Detroit Pistons vs Oklahoma City Thunder Betting Tips
- Take the Thunder on the moneyline
- On the spread, we like Pistons (+13.5)
- Our NBA model projects 227 points, and we suggest taking the under
Detroit Pistons Injury Report
- Monte Morris – Quadricep – Probable
- Cade Cunningham – Knee – Probable
Oklahoma City Thunder Injury Report
- Tre Mann – Not With Team – Out
