Detroit Pistons vs Philadelphia 76ers Matchup

In this NBA regular season preview between 76ers and Pistons, see who like to win the game and cover the spread.

  • The 76ers hold a 3-14 record so far.
  • Defensively, Philadelphia are giving up 113.1 points per game.
  • The 76ers are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Pistons.
  • The Pistons head into the game at 9-12.
  • The Pistons are averaging 110.5 points per game so far.
  • The Pistons are coming off a 130-106 win vs. the 76ers.

76ers vs Pistons Prediction

The 76ers (3-14) travel to Detroit to take on the Pistons (9-12) in an Eastern Conference matchup. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 ET at Little Caesars Arena. Detroit is favored by 1.5 points and the over/under line is 217.5.

Philadelphia (+108) has lost two straight and is 14th in the Eastern Conference. Detroit (-128) is 10th in the East and 4th in the Central Division. NBCS will televise this game.

76ers vs. Pistons Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Philadelphia 76ers at Detroit Pistons
  • Where: Detroit at Little Caesars Arena
  • Date: Saturday, November 30th
  • Betting Odds DET -1.5, PHI +108 | DET -128 O/U 217.5

76ers Preview: Will Philadelphia Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?

Philadelphia’s season struggles continued with a 122-115 home loss to the Rockets on Wednesday, dropping their record to 3-14. The 76ers entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points of 237 exceeded the O/U line of 219.5 by 17.5 points.

After falling behind 35-24 in the 1st quarter, the 76ers tightened up defensively in the 2nd, outscoring Houston 27-20. They went on an 11-0 run in the 4th, turning a 108-103 deficit into a 114-108 lead, but couldn’t hold on as the Rockets closed out the game strong.

Tyrese Maxey knocked down 6 threes at a 50% clip and finished with 39 points and 10 assists in the 76ers' 122-115 loss to the Rockets. Maxey scored 17 points in the 4th quarter, while Guerschon Yabusele added 3 of his 22 points in overtime, hitting 4 threes at 66.7% efficiency.

Philadelphia shot 44.8% from the field and made 12 threes at a 36.4% rate. Jared McCain contributed 15 points, and Kelly Oubre scored 9 of his 11 points in the opening quarter.

Defensively, the 76ers had strong 2nd and 4th quarters, allowing just 20 points in each, but they gave up 35 points in the 1st and 33 in the 3rd, leading to a 122-115 loss to the Rockets. Philadelphia held Houston to 32% shooting from beyond the arc, with the Rockets making 10 threes.

Philadelphia sent Houston to the line 38 times, with the Rockets converting 32 free throws. The 76ers finished with 32 defensive rebounds but allowed 14 offensive boards. They also recorded 12 steals and 7 blocks.

Pistons Preview: Does Detroit Stand a Chance at Home?

The 76ers dropped to 3-14 on the season after a 122-115 home loss to the Rockets on Wednesday. Philadelphia entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total score of 237 points exceeded the pre-game line of 219.5 by 17.5 points.

After falling behind 35-24 in the 1st quarter, the 76ers tightened up defensively, holding the Rockets to 20 points in the 2nd and 4th quarters. Philadelphia went on an 11-0 run, turning a 108-103 deficit into a 114-108 lead, but couldn’t hold on down the stretch.

The Pistons shot 57.8% from the field and made 18 threes at a 47.4% clip in their win over the Pacers, scoring 130 points. Malik Beasley led the way with 25 points, hitting 5 threes, while Cade Cunningham added 24 points and 11 assists, connecting on 4 threes.

Jaden Ivey contributed 23 points, making 3 threes, and Tobias Harris chipped in 16 points. Beasley scored 8 points in the 4th quarter, and Jalen Duren also added 8 of his 14 points in the final period.

Despite allowing 33 points in the 4th quarter, the Pistons' defense held the Pacers to 106 points in their win. They gave up 24 points in the 1st quarter and just 20 in the 3rd.

Detroit sent Indiana to the line 13 times, where they made 12 free throws. The Pistons also recorded 9 steals and 5 blocks in the game.

76ers vs Pistons Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • Through their last three road games, Philadelphia has an ATS record of just 0-3. However, their overall record was 0-3 while averaging 95 points per game.
  • Across the Pistons last ten home games, the team averaged 112 points per game while allowing 109. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 5-4-1, while going 5-5 straight-up.
  • As the betting underdog, the 76ers have an ATS mark of just 0-3 in their last three games. Philadelphia posted a straight up mark of 0-3 in these matchups.
  • Spanning across their last ten games as the betting favorite, the Pistons have gone 4-6 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 6-4.

76ers vs Pistons Prediction

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