Detroit Pistons vs Milwaukee Bucks Preview
Today at 7:00 ET, the Detroit Pistons (4-38, 15th in the Eastern Conference) will host the Milwaukee Bucks (29-13, 2nd in the Eastern Conference) at Little Caesars Arena. The Bucks are currently favored by 12 points and are on a two-game winning streak. The over/under line for this matchup is 247.5.
This divisional matchup will be televised on BSDE. The Pistons are 5th in the Central Division, while the Bucks are 1st. Milwaukee is favored by -738 on the moneyline.
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Detroit Pistons vs Milwaukee Bucks Head-to-Head and Key Stats
In the last three games between Detroit and Milwaukee, the Bucks have dominated the series, going 3-0. This includes a convincing margin of victory of 13 points per contest. Across the last three head-to-head matchups, Milwaukee is averaging 135 points compared to Detroit at 122.
- Through their last ten road contests, the Bucks offense has averaged 122 points per game while allowing an average of 123. Milwaukee posted an overall record of 5-5 while going 3-7 ATS.
- When looking at their past ten home matchups, Detroit has an ATS record of 5-5 while averaging 118 per game. The team went 1-9 overall in these games.
- In their last ten games as the betting underdog, the Pistons have a straight up record of 1-9 and an ATS mark of 6-4.
- Although the Bucks have a strong straight up record in their last three games as the betting favorite, they have not done as well vs the spread going 0-3.
Detroit Pistons vs Milwaukee Bucks Prediction
The Bucks have a 16-26 ATS record this season and have failed to cover the spread in their last four games. On the road, they are 8-11 ATS compared to 8-15 ATS at home.
As the favorite, the Bucks have a 29-11 record and are favored by 12 points today. In their last four games as the favorite, they have covered the spread and have an average scoring margin of +5.2 points per game.
In the Eastern Conference, the Bucks are currently in 2nd place with a record of 29-13. In non-conference games, they are 7-2 compared to 22-11 against the East.
When looking at their O/U record, the Bucks are 26-16 this season. In their last game against the Pistons, the teams combined for 276 points, which was well above the O/U line of 245.5.
In their most recent game against the Pistons, the Bucks won by a score of 141-135. Milwaukee was favored by 13.5 points in that game. This win improved their road record to 10-9 for the season.
When it comes to scoring, the Bucks are one of the top teams in the league, averaging 124.6 points per game (2nd). On the road, they are averaging 122.9 points per game (1st).
Milwaukee has been one of the most efficient shooting teams in the NBA this season, hitting 50% of their shots (3rd). They are also one of the top teams in free throw attempts, getting to the line 26.5 times per game (2nd).
The Bucks are one of the fastest-paced teams in the league, ranking 4th in pace at 102 possessions per game. In terms of three-point shooting, they are hitting 38% of their shots (8th).
Coming into the game, the Bucks will be looking to improve their defense, as they are currently giving up 120.6 points per game (25th). In their previous matchup vs. the Pistons, the Bucks’ defense struggled, giving up a field goal percentage of 55% leading to 135 points.
In their last game against the Bucks, the Pistons were 13.5-point underdogs and lost by a score of 141-135. The O/U line for that game was 245.5 points.
Detroit has lost two straight games and is 4-38 on the season, which is 15th in the Eastern Conference. As the underdog, the Pistons are 4-35 this season.
On the season, the Pistons have an ATS record of 18-23 and have covered the spread in their last three home games. As the underdog, they have covered the spread in four straight games.
The Pistons’ O/U record for the season is 27-14-1, and their games have averaged 235.5 points per game. Today’s O/U line of 247.5 is higher than all but one of their games this season.
In the Eastern Conference, the Pistons are 4-21 in conference games and 1-8 against other teams in the Central Division.
At home, the Pistons are averaging 111.7 points per game (26th) compared to their overall average of 112.4 (24th). So far, they have outscored the NBA scoring average in just 28.6% of their games. In terms of field goal percentage, the Pistons are 16th in the league at 47%.
When it comes to three-point shooting, the Pistons are 29th in both attempts and makes. On average, they are making 10.9 threes per game. Overall, they are shooting 35% from deep (27th).
Coming into this game, the Pistons are 6th in pace at 100.6 possessions per game. In terms of assists, they are 14th in the NBA with 26.5 per game. At the free-throw line, they are 18th in makes (17.4) and 19th in attempts (22.3).
The Pistons’ defense is presently ranked 28th in the league, allowing an average of 123.0 points per contest. Opponents are hitting 55.6% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they’re also connecting on 38.6% of their three-point attempts.
Based on our projections, we have the Bucks coming out on top by a score of 121-108.
Detroit Pistons vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Tips
- Take the Bucks on the moneyline
- The Bucks should also cover at -12
- Our NBA model projects 229 points, and we suggest taking the under
Detroit Pistons Injury Report
- Monte Morris – Quadriceps – Doubtful
- Isaiah Stewart – Ankle – Questionable
- Cade Cunningham – Knee – Doubtful
Milwaukee Bucks Injury Report
- Giannis Antetokounmpo – Right Shoulder – Probable
