The Detroit Pistons and Sacramento Kings are set to clash in an interconference game on Monday night. The Kings are coming into this game after a victory against Cleveland, while the Pistons lost their recent game to the Memphis Grizzlies. Sacramento`s current season record is 38-40, positioning them ninth in the Western Conference, with a 19-21 record on away games. Detroit, holding a 43-35 record and sixth place in the East, has a home record of 21-17 for the 2024-25 season.
The game is scheduled for a 7 p.m. ET tip-off at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. Earlier this season, Detroit secured a narrow 114-113 win in Sacramento on December 26. Currently, the Pistons are favored by 7.5 points, and the over/under for the game is set at 230 points, according to SportsLine consensus odds. Ahead of placing any bets on this Kings vs. Pistons matchup, it`s advisable to consider insights from advanced prediction models.
Advanced sports prediction models have shown considerable accuracy in NBA predictions, reportedly generating substantial profit for bettors over recent seasons. These models utilize thousands of simulations to predict game outcomes and offer betting advice.
Game Odds and Betting Lines
- Spread: Detroit -7.5
- Over/Under: 230 points
- Money Line: Detroit -295, Sacramento +238
Team Stats (Last 10 Games)
- SAC Kings against the spread: 4-6
- DET Pistons money line record: 34 wins in last 54 games (+13.70 units)
Why Detroit Pistons Could Cover the Spread
Cade Cunningham, the Pistons` point guard, is a key offensive player, consistently scoring over 24 points in his last four games, including a triple-double against Miami on March 19. In that Miami game, he recorded 25 points, 12 rebounds, and 11 assists. He also scored 25 points with 9 rebounds against the Grizzlies. This season, Cunningham averages impressive stats: 25.7 points, 9.1 assists, and 6.2 rebounds per game.
Malik Beasley, the shooting guard, provides another scoring option for Detroit, often coming off the bench. He scored 27 points against Minnesota on March 30 and 21 points against Toronto. Beasley`s season average is 16.3 points per game.
Why Sacramento Kings Could Cover the Spread
DeMar DeRozan of the Kings has been crucial in scoring, averaging 22.2 points, 4.4 assists, and 3.9 rebounds per game. He performed strongly against the Cavaliers, scoring 28 points with 7 assists, and also had 29 points against Washington.
Zach Lavine, since joining Sacramento in February, has been a dominant scorer. He recently scored 37 points against the Cavaliers and achieved a double-double against Charlotte with 25 points and 10 rebounds. Lavine`s season average is 22.8 points per game.
Making Your Pistons vs. Kings Picks
Predictions models are leaning towards the total points being Under 230 for the Kings vs. Pistons game, estimating around 227 combined points. These models also suggest a strong probability for one side of the spread to be a successful bet.
Jasper Hawthorne