The Dallas Mavericks have lost five of their last seven games and need a win. The Detroit Pistons need a win after losing nine of their last 11 games. Prediction for Dallas Mavericks vs. Detroit Pistons.
Dallas Mavericks Betting Preview
The Dallas Mavericks recently beat the Heat but lost to the 76ers and Pacers. The Dallas Mavericks are averaging 118.7 points on 48 percent shooting and allowing 118.1 points on 48.4 percent shooting. Luka Doncic is averaging 34.6 points and 9.8 assists, while Kyrie Irving is averaging 25.6 points and 5.1 rebounds. Tim Hardaway Jr. is the third double-digit scorer and PJ Washington is grabbing 5.6 rebounds. The Dallas Mavericks are shooting 37.3 percent from beyond the arc and 75.8 percent from the free throw line. The Dallas Mavericks are allowing 37.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 42.2 rebounds per game. After this game, the Mavericks will face the Bulls.
Detroit Pistons Betting Preview
The Detroit Pistons recently defeated the Nets but lost to the Magic and Heat. The Detroit Pistons are averaging 112.2 points on 47.1 percent shooting and allowing 120.8 points on 49.2 percent shooting. Cade Cunningham is averaging 22.4 points and 4.1 rebounds, and Jaden Ivey is averaging 15.4 points and 3.6 assists. Simone Fontecchio is the third double-digit scorer and Jalen Duren is grabbing 11.8 rebounds. The Detroit Pistons are shooting 35.9 percent from beyond the arc and 78.1 percent from the free throw line. The Detroit Pistons are allowing 37.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.4 rebounds per game.
Detroit Pistons team overview
- The Pistons have lost each of their past 13 games after winning their last home game against a Western Conference opponent as an underdog.
- After winning as an underdog, the Pistons have failed to cover the spread in 12 of their last 13 home games against Western Conference opponents.
- Six of the Pistons' last seven home games following a home win have been below the point line.
Dallas Mavericks team overview
- The Mavericks have lost each of their last six games against Central Division opponents.
- The Mavericks have lost their last six road games against Eastern Conference opponents, and have covered the spread in each one.
- The Mavericks' last six home wins as favorites have all been below the point line.
Dallas Mavericks vs. Detroit Pistons predictions
The Dallas Mavericks have an incredible offense, but they have been inconsistent in recent weeks and have been poor defensively most nights. The Detroit Pistons don't win many games, but they continue to play hard, covering 32 of 62 games. No one would be shocked if this game dragged into the final minutes because the Mavs couldn't string together a stop. Please give away your family dog.
