Portland Trail Blazers vs Detroit Pistons Predictions and Betting Tips | Jan. 6, 2025

The Detroit Pistons and the Portland Trail Blazers will face each other for the first time this season on Monday. This fixture will be one of the two games the two teams are scheduled to play against each other this season.

Portland Trail Blazers vs. Detroit Pistons game details and odds

The game between the Portland Trail Blazers and the Detroit Pistons is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM ET on Monday at the Little Caesars Arena in Detroit.

This fixture will be televised across the country on NBA TV and the FanDuel Sports Network, including for the fans in Oregon and Michigan. The contest will also be streamed on the FUBO app, while fans can also watch the game by purchasing the NBA League Pass.

Moneyline: Trail Blazers (+215) vs. Pistons (-260)

Spread: Trail Blazers (+6.5) vs. Pistons (-6.5)

Total (o/u): -110 (o225.5)/ -110 (u225.5)

Note: The odds can change before tipoff.

Portland Trail Blazers vs. Detroit Pistons Preview

The Portland Trail Blazers, currently 13th in the Western Conference with a 12-22 record, are struggling for form. They recently secured a win against the Milwaukee Bucks but have only one victory in their last three games. Anfernee Simons shone with 28 points in the win over the Bucks.

The Detroit Pistons, on the other hand, have won all of their last three fixtures and are currently 9th in the Eastern Conference with a 17-18 record. The side also has 6 wins in their last 7 fixtures and has steadily been climbing the table after a poor start saw them without a win in four games.

This isn't the case any longer, as of now the Pistons have been on a strong run. Cade Cunningham has been the star for the Michigan team as he currently averages 24.1 points and dropped 40 against the Minnesota Timberwolves in their last fixture.

In terms of injuries, both sides have players on the list. The Pistons are without Jaden Ivey, who is the only casualty for the team from Motor City. Portland has three players on the injury list with Matisse Thybulle and Jerami Grant out for an extended period while Deandre Ayton is reportedly being rested for the fixture against the Pistons.

Portland Trail Blazers vs. Detroit Pistons Betting Tips

Deandre Ayton's absence could see an opportunity emerge for 20-year-old Donovan Clingan. The former UConn center has averaged 6.0 rebounds per game while playing under 15 minutes. A starting role due to Ayton's absence could see him easily rack up 5+ rebounds, which can yield great odds.

The Pistons, on the other hand, are led by Cade Cunnigham, and he should be able to record over 22.5 points during this fixture. Averaging over 24.1 points despite missing 4 games this season, Cunningham would be a safe bet as he currently boasts a 45.5% field goal percentage.

Portland Trail Blazers vs. Detroit Pistons Predictions

Despite the Portland Trail Blazers encouraging win against the Milwaukee Bucks in their last fixture, the Pistons should grab the win on Monday. The franchise has won their last three home games and have a balanced 8-8 home record, which they will bank on during the fixture.