The Detroit Pistons will welcome the Houston Rockets in an anticipated cross-conference matchup on Friday. The Pistons will enter the matchup on the back of a 32-10 record, and a four-game winning streak. On the other hand, the Rockets, seeded fourth in the West are coming off a 26-16 record, and will enter the matchup on the back of a loss.
The Pistons are 4-point favorites with moneyline at -180 and total around 216.5 points. These NBA odds tonight suggest that the Pistons are favorites to dominate the home-court. We have got our Best Bet, a same-game parlay, and a few player props for tonight’s game.
Here’s how we are betting Pistons vs Rockets tonight.
Our best bet for Detroit Pistons vs Houston Rockets in Pistons -4 (-112) against the spread.
The Detroit Pistons maintain the 11th-best offense in the league, and the second-best defense in the league. The Rockets, on the other hand, have an offensive edge over the Pistons, but are seeded seventh in terms of defense. This suggests that the Pistons have maintained an upper hand over their rivals.
The spread at -4.5 fits the Pistons well considering their defensive edge. They generally cover well in these spots.
Considering their elite defense, homecourt advantage and recent form, we are laying the Pistons -4 (-112) as our Best Bet, and expect them to cover the number tonight.
Same-Game Parlay Picks for Detroit Pistons vs Houston Rockets
We have built this same-game parlay around the Detroit Pistons registering a significant win at home over the Rockets. Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren are highly-reliable players who dominate the Pistons’ offense. We expect them to make the most of their home-court advantage and drop big numbers.
These legs are correlated, considering if the Pistons dominate at home, their players will get volume and more scoring chances. Hence, this is our safer SGP option.
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Top Player Props for Detroit Pistons vs Houston Rockets
Considering how prop-heavy NBA betting is, we are also eyeing these legs for Pistons vs Rockets.
These legs fit well into usage and volume. Kevin Durant is the leading Rockets’ scorer, who would once again take scoring responsibility to keep his team in the game. Alperen Sengun is expected to shoulder the duties alongside Durant. In addition, Jalen Duren dominates the glass, and we can see him doing the same on Friday.
Trends to Know for Detroit Pistons vs Houston Rockets
Here are a few betting trends to keep in mind for Detroit Pistons vs Houston Rockets.
The Pistons are 11-10-0 ATS at home this season.
The Rockets are 2-8-0 ATS in their last ten games.
Over has hit the Pistons in 17 of their 42 games thus far.
Latest Injuries and NBA Injury Report for Detroit Pistons vs Houston Rockets
Before betting this game, it’s important to check the NBA injury report, as late scratches and minutes limits can swing spreads and totals in a hurry.
Team
Player
Injury
Status
Detroit Pistons
Caris LeVert
Illness
Questionable
Detroit Pistons
Duncan Robinson
Back
Questionable
Detroit Pistons
Cade Cunningham
Illness
Questionable
Detroit Pistons
Ron Holland
Illness
Questionable
Houston Rockets
Steven Adams
Ankle
Out
Houston Rockets
Aaron Holiday
Back
Out
Houston Rockets
Fred VanVleet
Knee
Out
In the NBA, late injury news and minutes restrictions have a huge impact on spreads and totals, so re-check the injury report and final inactives about an hour before tip-off.
What time is Detroit Pistons vs Houston Rockets tonight?
The Detroit Pistons vs Houston Rockets is scheduled to tip off at 7:00 pm ET on Friday.
Where will Detroit Pistons vs Houston Rockets be played?
The Detroit Pistons vs Houston Rockets will be played at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, MI
Where can I watch Detroit Pistons vs Houston Rockets on TV and live stream?
You can watch Detroit Pistons vs Houston Rockets on Amazon Prime Video. The live stream will be available on Fubo and NBA League Pass.
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