Detroit Pistons vs Golden State Warriors Matchup

Read our Warriors vs Pistons prediction for this NBA regular season game in Detroit. Check out who we like to win and cover the spread in this NBA matchup.

  • The Warriors possess a 18-18 record so far.
  • The Warriors are averaging 111.8 points per game so far.
  • The Warriors are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Pistons.
  • The Pistons play host to the Warriors with a 19-18 record.
  • The Pistons are averaging 112 points per game so far.
  • The Pistons are coming off a 113-98 win vs. the Warriors.

Warriors vs Pistons Prediction

The Golden State Warriors head to Detroit to take on the Pistons in a non-conference matchup. The Pistons are favored by 3 and are currently on a 5-game win streak. The Warriors are 18-18 and have lost their last two games.

This game will tip-off at 7:00 ET and can be seen on NBCS. The over/under line is set at 219.

Warriors vs. Pistons Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Golden State Warriors at Detroit Pistons
  • Where: Detroit at Little Caesars Arena
  • Date: Thursday, January 9th
  • Betting Odds DET -3, GS +118 | DET -140 O/U 219

Warriors Preview: Is an Upset Waiting to Happen on the Road?

The Warriors fell to 18-18 on the season after a 114-98 home loss to the Heat on Tuesday. Golden State, who were favored by 9 points, not only lost straight up but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 212, falling short of the 216.5-point over/under line.

Miami’s 10-0 run early in the game helped them take control, moving the score from 35-29 to 39-35. The Warriors tried to rally in the 3rd quarter, outscoring the Heat 30-23, but Miami pulled away in the 4th, outscoring Golden State 30-20 to seal the win.

Stephen Curry knocked down 8 threes at a 47.1% clip, finishing with 31 points and 7 rebounds in the Warriors' loss to the Heat. As a team, Golden State struggled from beyond the arc, shooting just 28% while hitting 14 threes.

Trayce Jackson-Davis contributed 19 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 75% from the field. The Warriors shot 40.8% overall, with Buddy Hield adding 11 points despite hitting only 22.2% of his threes.

Defensively, the Warriors couldn’t slow down the Heat on Tuesday, allowing 114 points on 47% shooting. Golden State gave up 29 points in the 1st quarter and 32 in the 2nd, but they tightened up in the 3rd, holding Miami to 23 points before allowing 30 in the final period.

The Warriors allowed 16 threes on 40% shooting from deep. They sent the Heat to the line 17 times, where they converted 12 free throws. Golden State finished with 41 defensive rebounds, allowing 9 offensive boards, and recorded 9 steals and 6 blocks.

Pistons Preview: Will the Pistons Come Through as Home Favorites?

The Warriors fell to 18-18 on the season after a 114-98 home loss to the Heat on Tuesday. Golden State, who were favored by 9 points, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The combined score of 212 points fell short of the 216.5-point over/under line.

Miami took control with a 10-0 run early on, turning a 35-29 deficit into a 39-35 lead. Golden State fought back in the 3rd quarter, outscoring the Heat 30-23, but Miami pulled away in the 4th, outscoring the Warriors 30-20.

The Pistons shot 52.3% from the field and knocked down 15 threes at a 40.5% clip in their win over the Nets. Malik Beasley led the way with 23 points, hitting 4 threes despite shooting just 36.4% from deep.

Simone Fontecchio added 17 points, connecting on 3 threes at 60% efficiency, while Marcus Sasser contributed 15 points, hitting 5 threes at 71.4%. Sasser scored 6 points in both the 2nd and 4th quarters, while Beasley had 10 points in the 2nd period.

The Pistons put on a defensive clinic against the Nets, giving up just 98 points while holding Brooklyn to 38% shooting from the field. Detroit was consistent throughout, allowing 25 points in the 1st quarter and 24 in the 2nd, before giving up 28 in the 4th. Their best defensive effort came in the 3rd quarter, where they allowed just 21 points.

From beyond the arc, Detroit held the Nets to 33% shooting, with Brooklyn making 13 threes. The Pistons also sent the Nets to the line 21 times, where they made 19 free throws. On the boards, Detroit gave up 9 offensive rebounds while collecting 9 steals and 9 blocks.

Warriors vs Pistons Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • In their last three games away from home, the Warriors have a straight up record of 1-2 while going 1-2 vs the spread. The team's offense averaged 99 points per game in these contests.
  • Across the Pistons last ten home games, the team averaged 117 points per game while allowing 118. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 7-3, while going 6-4 straight-up.
  • The last five games that Golden State was the underdog, they have an ATS mark of 2-3 while going 1-4 straight up.
  • Although the Pistons 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 1-2.

Warriors vs Pistons Prediction

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