Denver Nuggets vs Detroit Pistons Matchup

Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Pistons vs Nuggets prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Denver.

  • The Pistons possess a 14-17 record so far.
  • Detroit has an effective field goal percentage of 54% (15th).
  • The Pistons are coming off a 114-113 win vs. the Nuggets.
  • The Nuggets head into the game at 16-13.
  • Denver has an effective field goal percentage of 56% (4th).
  • The Nuggets are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Pistons.

Pistons vs Nuggets Prediction

At 9:00 ET, the Denver Nuggets (-222) will host the Detroit Pistons (+184) in a non-conference matchup. The Nuggets are favored by 5.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 231.

Denver is currently 7th in the Western Conference with a record of 16-13, while Detroit is 9th in the East at 14-17. The Pistons have won three straight games, while the Nuggets have dropped two in a row.

Pistons vs. Nuggets Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Detroit Pistons at Denver Nuggets
  • Where: Denver at Ball Arena
  • Date: Saturday, December 28th
  • Betting Odds DEN -5.5, DET +184 | DEN -222 O/U 231

Pistons Preview: Can the Pistons Grab a Win in Denver?

The Pistons improved to 14-17 on the season with a 114-113 road win over the Kings on Thursday. Detroit, who entered the game as +5 point underdogs, not only got the win but also covered the spread. The game’s total points landed right on the O/U line of 227.

After the Kings broke a 20-20 tie with an 11-0 run, Detroit found themselves down 31-20. Sacramento extended their lead to 91-77 heading into the 4th quarter, but the Pistons stormed back, outscoring the Kings 37-22 in the final period to complete the comeback.

The Pistons shot just 41.8% from the field in their win over the Kings, but connected on 17 threes at a 38.6% rate. Cade Cunningham led the way with 33 points and 10 assists, despite shooting 37.5% overall and 36.4% from deep.

Malik Beasley hit 6 threes at 54.5%, finishing with 22 points, including 9 in the 4th quarter. Jaden Ivey also added 8 points in the final period, ending the game with 19 points and 6 rebounds.

Despite a rough start defensively, the Pistons tightened up in the 2nd half, allowing just 23 points in the 3rd quarter and 22 in the 4th, to secure a 114-113 win over the Kings. Detroit gave up 113 points on 47% shooting from the field.

The Pistons limited the Kings to 14 made threes on 35% shooting from beyond the arc. Detroit also sent Sacramento to the line 26 times, where they made 21 free throws. The Pistons finished with 34 defensive rebounds, allowing 8 offensive boards, while adding 6 steals and 4 blocks.

Nuggets Preview: Does Denver Have a Shot at a Home Win?

The Pistons improved to 14-17 on the season with a 114-113 win over the Kings on Thursday. Detroit, who entered as +5 point underdogs, not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread. The total points for the game landed exactly on the 227-point line, resulting in a push for bettors.

After the Kings went on an 11-0 run early, Detroit found themselves trailing 91-77 heading into the 4th quarter. However, the Pistons stormed back, outscoring Sacramento 37-22 in the final frame to complete the comeback.

In their 149-135 loss to the Cavaliers, the Nuggets shot 56.4% from the field and hit 15 threes at a 48.4% clip. Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray both scored 27 points, with Jokic adding 13 assists and 14 rebounds, shooting 63.2% from the floor.

Michael Porter Jr. made 5 threes, shooting 62.5% from deep and finishing with 18 points, 13 of which came in the 1st quarter. Christian Braun added 12 of his 16 points in the 3rd quarter, while Jamal Murray scored 10 points in the 4th.

The Nuggets struggled defensively on Friday, giving up 149 points to the Cavaliers. Denver allowed 40 points in both the 1st and 2nd quarters, 36 in the 3rd, and 33 in the 4th.

Cleveland shot 56% from the field, including 47% from three-point range, where they hit 23 threes. The Nuggets sent the Cavaliers to the line 22 times, where they made 18 free throws. Denver finished with 8 steals and 3 blocks.

Pistons vs Nuggets Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • Across their last three road contests, Detroit has been good against the spread posting a mark of 3-0. Their overall mark in these games was 3-0, while averaging 121 points per game.
  • Although Denver has a straight up record of 5-5 in their last ten home games, they have not held up as well vs the spread going 4-6. The team averaged 122 points per game in these games.
  • Through their last five games as the underdog, the Pistons have an ATS record of 4-1 and a straight up mark of 4-1.
  • In their last ten games as the betting favorite, the Nuggets have a straight up record of 5-5 and an ATS mark of 3-7.

Pistons vs Nuggets Prediction

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