Detroit Pistons vs Washington Wizards Preview
At 12:00 ET, the 15th-ranked Detroit Pistons (-140) will host the 14th-ranked Washington Wizards (+117) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Wizards come into this game on a six-game losing streak and are 5th in the Southeast Division. The Pistons are 5-39 and 5th in the Central Division.
The over/under line for this game is 243.5 points, and the Pistons are favored by 2.5 points. This game will be played at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit and can be seen on BSDE.
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Detroit Pistons vs Washington Wizards Head-to-Head and Key Stats
The last three times that the Wizards have faced off vs. the Pistons as the underdog, they have gone 2-1. Across the last three head to head matchups between the Wizards and Pistons, the teams have averaged 231 points per game with an over/under record of 1-2. The last three times they have faced off with the Pistons as the home team, the OU record is 1-2.
- Across their last five road contests, Washington has a 3-2 record vs the spread. Their overall mark in these games was 1-4, while averaging 106 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.
- Looking back on the team’s last ten games as the underdog, the Wizards have a straight up record of 1-9. Their record vs the spread in these games was 5-5.
- Going back to their previous five games as the favorite, Detroit has an ATS mark of 2-3 while going 2-3 straight up.
Detroit Pistons vs Washington Wizards Prediction
Washington has lost six straight games heading into today’s matchup with the Pistons. In their most recent game, they lost to the Jazz by a score of 123-108. The O/U line for that game was 247 points.
As the underdog, the Wizards are 7-34 this season and have failed to cover the spread in their last two games. Today, they are getting 2.5 points on the spread, and their ATS record on the road is 14-9.
On the season, the Wizards have an O/U record of 22-22, and the under has hit in their last three games. For the season, their games have averaged 239.7 points per game compared to today’s O/U line of 243.5.
In the Eastern Conference, the Wizards are in 14th place with a record of 7-37. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 5-27 and 2-10 against non-conference opponents.
On the season, the Wizards are 17th in the league in scoring at 115 points per game. In their last three games, they have scored less than their season average. In terms of scoring on the road, Washington is 15th in the league at 114.5 points per game.
When it comes to their pace of play, the Wizards are the fastest team in the NBA at 102.5 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 15th in the league at 47%. From three-point range, Washington is 24th in the league at 35%.
So far this season, the Wizards have outscored the NBA scoring average in 52.3% of their games. In terms of two-point shooting, they are 13th in the league at 55%. When it comes to offensive rebounds, Washington is 28th in the league.
As they prepare for the upcoming game, the Wizards is focused on shoring up their defense, as they are currently allowing an average of 124.7 points per game (30th). Washington’s defense is currently forcing 13.4 turnovers per game, which is 20th in the league. Additionally, they enter the game ranked 12th in blocked shots, with an average of 5.4 rejections per game.
In their last game, the Pistons defeated the Hornets by a score of 113-106. The O/U line for that game was 230 points. Detroit covered the spread as 2.5-point favorites.
The Pistons are 5-39 overall this season, which is 15th in the Eastern Conference. In the Central Division, they are in 5th place. As the favorite, Detroit is 1-3 this season, and they are favored by 2.5 points today.
Detroit has an ATS record of 20-23 this season, and they have covered the spread in their last five home games. At home, the Pistons are 10-12 ATS, compared to 10-11 ATS on the road.
So far this season, the Pistons have gone 27-16-1 on the O/U. Their games have averaged 235.1 points per game, and their average O/U line is 230.1.
The Pistons’ O/U record for the season is 27-16-1, and their games have gone under the total in their last two games. Today’s O/U line is set at 243.5 points.
At home, the Pistons have averaged 111.8 points per game this season, which is 25th in the NBA. Overall, Detroit is 24th in scoring at 112.5 points per game. In terms of pace, the Pistons are 6th in the league at 100.6 possessions per game.
When it comes to three-point shooting, the Pistons are 26th in the NBA at 35%. They are also 29th in three-point attempts and makes per game. In terms of two-point shooting, Detroit is 21st in the league at 53%.
So far, the Pistons have outscored the NBA scoring average in just 27.3% of their games. In terms of assists, Detroit is 14th in the league at 26.4 per game. In terms of free throws, the Pistons are 19th in attempts and 18th in makes at 17.4 per game.
At this time, the Pistons’ defense is positioned 27th in the NBA, permitting 122.6 points per game. When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Pistons squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 55.5% inside the arc, and they’re also giving up 38.3% from downtown.
Even though they are considered 2.5-point underdogs, our projection points to a 111-110 win for the Wizards.
Detroit Pistons vs Washington Wizards Betting Tips
- We like the Wizards on the moneyline (+117)
- The Wizards are also our pick on the spread at +2.5
- Our NBA model projects 221 points, and we suggest taking the under
Detroit Pistons Injury Report
- Cade Cunningham – Knee – Probable
Washington Wizards Injury Report
- Isaiah Livers – Hip – Questionable
