Pistons vs Cavaliers Prediction and NBA Odds

The Cleveland Cavaliers are set to host the Detroit Pistons for their next home fixture tonight. With only 12 games to go before the big playoffs, the Cavaliers need to perform consistently well in the upcoming fixtures to have the winning momentum on their side Their position is already looking in danger after an average performance in the last few weeks.

The Detroit Pistons have nothing to lose much as they are already eliminated from the race of playoffs. However, they would want to play well in the remaining games and bring some joy to the fans. The boys should be confident after the emphatic win over the Magic in the last game. It was definitely Saddiq Bey’s night who played exceptionally well and added as many as 51 points to his name. Bey reflected on his performance and the team’s role in the post-match interview. He said:

“I didn’t come into the game saying this is what I’m going to do, but you catch a rhythm and you get in a zone. My teammates did a great job of finding me and just encouraging me to stay aggressive.’‘

The Cavaliers are playing without their No. 1 center pick, Jarrett Allen. Nevertheless, Evan Mobley who carries the tag of rookie has played well in Allen’s absence. The Pistons will hope for the availability of Jerami Grant and Cade Cunningham in the next fixture.

Pistons vs Cavaliers Prediction and NBA Odds: Recent Form

The Cleveland Cavaliers had a good season so far. They are 39-30 currently and at the 6th position in the Eastern Conference. However, the Cavaliers seem to be struggling with their form in the recent games as they won 2 of their last 5 matchups. They will be hosting the Pistons after facing a 118-114 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers in the last game.

The Detroit Pistons had a very disappointing season as they are 19-51 as of now and sitting at the 14th position in their conference. The Pistons could win only 1 of their last 5 games. They will be facing the Cavaliers after defeating the Orlando Magic in the last fixture with a score of 134-120.

The Cavaliers are having a very good record of 21-12 in the home games. The Pistons, on the other hand, have an embarrassing record of 8-28 in the away games this season.

Pistons vs Cavaliers Prediction and NBA Odds: Team Stats

Pistons vs Cavaliers Prediction and NBA Odds: Head to Head

The Cleveland Cavaliers and the Detroit Pistons have played a total of 228 regular-season games against each other. The Pistons have dominated in most of the games as they won 132 games, while the Cavaliers were on the winning side in 96 matchups.

In the last 5 games, 3 games were won by the Pistons and 2 by the Cavaliers. The last meeting took place on 24 February 2022. The Detroit Pistons won that close battle with a score of 106-103.

Pistons vs Cavaliers Prediction and NBA Odds: Predicted Lineup

Cleveland Cavaliers: Guard – Darius Garland, Guard – Isaac Okoro, Forward – Lamar Stevens, Forward – Lauri Markkanen, Center – Evan Mobley

Detroit Pistons: Guard- Cory Joseph, Guard- Cade Cunningham, Forward- Jerami Grant, Forward- Saddiq Bey, Center- Kelly Olynyk

Pistons vs Cavaliers Prediction and NBA Odds: Players to Watch Out

Cleveland Cavaliers:

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Pistons vs Cavaliers Prediction and NBA Odds: Predicted Winner

The Cleveland Cavaliers are definitely looking like the stronger side as per the team combination and the season form. But they cannot do the mistake of taking the Pistons lightly. Although the Detroit Pistons had a bad season so far, all the past records between these two sides are in their favor.

The last time when the two teams met, it was a close contest and the Pistons won that game with a narrow margin. For tonight’s game, as per the prediction and betting platforms, the Cleveland Cavaliers will start as favorites.

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