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Detroit Pistons Look to Upset Boston Celtics in Conference Matchup on Thursday Evening

The Detroit Pistons will face off against the Boston Celtics in a conference matchup on Thursday evening. The Pistons are coming off a recent win against the Knicks, while the Celtics suffered a home loss to the Grizzlies in their last game. Boston currently leads the series 2-0. The Celtics are the favored team with a -13 opening line that has remained unchanged. Will the Pistons be able to keep the score close? Continue reading for the Pistons vs. Celtics prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Pistons +600 | Celtics -900
• Spread: Pistons +13 (-110) | Celtics -13 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 228.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Boston will win straight-up is 90%.

Detroit vs Boston Stats

Detroit Pistons

The Detroit Pistons are wrapping up a road trip, showing improvement from their previous season. They recently rebounded with a win against the Knicks, with standout performances from Cade Cunningham, Jaden Ivey, Malik Beasley, and Jalen Duran. The team has covered the spread in three out of five recent games. Offensively, the Pistons are averaging 110.5 points and defensively allowing 113 points per game. They have a power ranking of 23 with specific rankings in offense and defense. With a record of 10-15, the Pistons have been performing well this season. If you need assistance during the NBA season, consider choosing our top NBA Handicappers.

Boston Celtics Analysis

The Boston Celtics are looking to secure their 20th win of the season on Thursday as they wrap up a four-game homestand. Despite a recent loss to the Grizzlies, the team has won four of its last five games. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown have been standout performers, with Tatum averaging 28.2 points per game and Brown averaging 25 points per game. Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday have also been key contributors for the team. The Celtics have a strong offense, scoring an average of 120.2 points per game, but their defense needs improvement as they have allowed 110.8 points per game. Overall, the Celtics have a power ranking of 2 and are ranked #3 for offense in the league. For more information on betting opportunities and promotions, check out the Sportsbook.

Detroit Pistons set to take on Boston Celtics in highly anticipated matchup following recent victories

The Detroit Pistons have demonstrated a competitive edge recently, securing a victory against the Knicks on Saturday. With a well-deserved rest since their last game, the team is poised for their upcoming match. Conversely, the Boston Celtics have been successful in securing wins but have struggled to cover larger spreads, only succeeding in two of their last ten games. The Pistons have showcased a strong defensive performance, allowing 113.4 points per 100 possessions compared to the Celtics' 110.8. Additionally, Detroit has exhibited greater offensive productivity, averaging 115 points in their last five games compared to Boston's 116. In the previous matchups this season, the Pistons have successfully covered against the Celtics twice.

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