Detroit Pistons vs San Antonio Spurs Preview
Betting on today’s Spurs and Pistons game? Catch the action at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, MI, as the Pistons hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on BSDE.
In this non-conference matchup, the Spurs are the betting favorite against the Pistons. The over/under for the game is 239.5 points. Check out BetCoco for Detroit Pistons – San Antonio Spurs odds
Detroit Pistons vs San Antonio Spurs Head-to-Head and Key Stats
Last season, the Spurs and Pistons did not face off head-to-head. When looking back over the last three times these two teams have played, the Pistons have the leg up at 2-1. The Pistons also had the edge vs. the spread in these games, at 2-1. These games averaged a combined total of 243 points per game leading to an over/under record of 2-1.
- San Antonio has a 1-4 record in their last five road games. In this stretch, they averaged 115 points per game while allowing 121. The team also performed well vs the spread at 3-2.
- Across their last five home contests, Detroit has a 3-2 record vs the spread. Their overall mark in these games was 0-5, while averaging 121 points per game.
- As the betting underdog, the Pistons have an ATS mark of just 2-3 in their last five games. Detroit posted a straight up mark of 0-5 in these matchups.
- In their last five games as the betting favorite, the Spurs have a strong straight up record of 4-1. In addition, their ATS record was 3-2 in these scenarios.
Detroit Pistons vs San Antonio Spurs Prediction
San Antonio is 15th in the Western Conference and 5th in the Southwest Division. They are 5-30 overall and have lost five straight games. When playing on the road, the Spurs are 3-15 and have an average scoring margin of -13.2 points per game.
In terms of being the favorite, San Antonio has only been favored in one game this season and won that game. Their record as the favorite is 1-0 and they are 15-20 against the spread.
When looking at the over/under line, the Spurs have played in 29 games with lower over/under lines than today’s line of 239.5 points. Their average over/under line for the season is 232.9 points and their over/under record is 21-13-1.
In their last game, the Spurs lost to the Cavaliers by a score of 117-115. They were 11-point underdogs and covered the spread by losing by just two points. The over/under line for the game was 232 points, so the game ended as a push.
When it comes to scoring, the Spurs are 26th in the league at 111.3 points per game. However, they have been better at home, averaging 115.2 points compared to 107.7 on the road (29th).
San Antonio is 3rd in pace at 102.3 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 28th in the league at 45%. They have also struggled from three-point range, shooting 34% (29th).
So far this season, the Spurs have outscored the NBA scoring average in 42.9% of their games. When it comes to two-point shooting, San Antonio is 22nd in the league at 53%.
Coming into the game, the Spurs will be looking to improve their defense, as they are currently giving up 122.7 points per game (26th). When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Spurs squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 56.3% inside the arc, and they’re also giving up 38.8% from downtown.
Coming into today’s game, the Pistons are 3-34 overall and have lost five straight games. In the Eastern Conference, they are in 15th place and are 5th in the Central Division.
When playing at home, the Pistons are 2-15 this season and have an average scoring margin of -9.6 points per game. Their average scoring margin on the road is -12.9 points per game.
As for their ATS record, the Pistons are 14-22 and have failed to cover the spread in their last two games. When playing at home, they have an ATS record of 5-11.
So far, the Pistons have been the underdog in all but three of their games and have an underdog record of 3-31. Their average scoring margin as the underdog is -11.3 points per game.
The over/under line for today’s game is 239.5 points. On average, the Pistons’ games have finished with a combined 234.2 points. Their over/under record for the season is 23-13-1.
At 111.4 points per game, the Pistons are 25th in the NBA in scoring. They have been slightly better on the road, averaging 112.4 points compared to 110.4 at home. So far, they have outscored the NBA scoring average in just 24.3% of their games.
When it comes to pace, Detroit is 6th in the league at 100.6 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 20th at 46%. Inside the arc, the Pistons are 21st in two-point shooting at 53%.
So far, Detroit has struggled from beyond the arc. They are last in the NBA in three-pointers made per game at 10.5 and have a three-point shooting percentage of 34%, which is 28th in the league. In terms of free throws, the Pistons are 17th in both attempts and makes.
Coming into today’s game, the Pistons’ defense is giving up an average of 122.8 points per contest. When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Pistons squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 55.6% inside the arc, and they’re also giving up 38.6% from downtown.
In spite of being 3.5 point underdogs, we anticipate the Pistons winning this one 109-107.
Detroit Pistons vs San Antonio Spurs Betting Tips
- We like the Pistons on the moneyline (+135)
- The Pistons are also our pick on the spread at +3.5
- Our NBA model projects 216 points, and we suggest taking the under
Detroit Pistons Injury Report
- Monte Morris – Quadriceps – Out
- Isaiah Stewart – Toe – Out
- Cade Cunningham – Knee – Out
San Antonio Spurs Injury Report
- Zach Collins – Ankle – Out
- Charles Bassey – Left Knee – Out
- Sidy Cissoko – Ankle – Out
