The Detroit Pistons are in the midst of a dry spell that they hope to put to an end in Atlanta on Friday night. They’ll face off against the Hawks for the third time this season, with Atlanta winning the first two in October.
When these teams last played on October 28, Trae Young put up 36 points and a dozen assists in only three quarters on the floor. Detroit’s Cade Cunningham poured in a career-high 35 points, and the team wore teal jerseys for the first time since 2001. Looking good and getting a great performance from its star wasn’t quite enough for the Pistons in a 136-112 defeat.
Atlanta shot 56.7% from the field in that one. Obviously, it’s hard to lose when it seems you’re knocking everything down. Seeming to have Detroit’s number, Young scored 35 points the first time the two teams crossed paths on the schedule earlier that week.
Let’s take a look at what we have for this clash by examining some NBA team stats and how both have done in recent NBA matchups. Our Pistons vs Hawks best bets will follow the NBA odds for today.
Atlanta Hawks vs. Detroit Pistons Information
Detroit (8-26) has fallen short in four games in a row and in seven of their last eight. The Pistons kicked off the campaign with a win over Orlando, then dropped 14 of the next 16 outings.
They haven’t won more than two games in succession this go-round, with that lone roll coming after a season-long seven-game skid last month.
Atlanta (16-16) has lost three of its last five.
Last Games
On Wednesday, the Pistons bowed to Philadelphia, 113-93, with Jaden Ivey putting up 16 points. He’d scored a career-high 30 against Utah Tuesday.
Killian Hayes chipped in with 12 points and Saddiq Bey 11 in the losing effort.
The Hawks fell short against Chicago Wednesday, losing 110-108 on a Bulls buzzer-beater. Ayo Dosunmu banked that shot in to steal the victory. Young bucketed 34 points for Atlanta, and Dejounte Murray another 15.
Atlanta Hawks vs. Detroit Pistons Analysis
Atlanta Hawks vs. Detroit Pistons Odds Breakdown
We’re getting closer to revealing our Pistons vs Hawks best bets. First, let’s take a quick look at some NBA player stats and update some injuries.
For Detroit, power forward Isaiah Livers aggravated the AC joint in his right shoulder and figures to be out for two or three weeks.
Cunningham had surgery a little over a week ago to address his left tibial stress fracture. He’s out indefinitely.
Forward Bogdan Bogdanovic paces the crew with 20.7 points per contest. Also posting a double-figure average in that category is Cunningham — who’s out — Ivey, Bey, Alec Burks, Isaiah Stewart, and Marvin Bagley III.
Atlanta center Clint Capela is questionable to play in this one with a calf ailment. He’s the team’s top rebounder, averaging a dozen boards per game. Young turns in 27.6 points and 9.8 assists each time out.
Atlanta Hawks
If you’re looking to bet on the Hawks, keep in mind that oddsmakers have them at -114 to cover -8.5. They’re -390 favorites on the moneyline, as well.
Detroit Pistons
As the visitor, Detroit is a +310 underdog on NBA odds. They’re -106 to cover.
Atlanta Hawks vs. Detroit Pistons Pick and Prediction
While the Atlanta Hawks’ standings aren’t where they’d like them to be; they’ve done much better so far than Detroit. It’s much smarter to take them, considering the Detroit Pistons odds here.
Look for Young to have yet another solid scoring performance and beat out Detroit’s balanced scoring effort. Not having your best player doesn’t bode well at any level, let alone the pros.
Without further ado, here are our Pistons vs Hawks best bets. Make sure to make some money by going with these today and cashing out.
Here are today’s NBA picks:
Pick 1: Atlanta Hawks spread -8.5 (-114)
Pick 2: Under 233 points (-110)
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