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Detroit enters with a 112.7 points per game offense, 46.6 percent shooting, 37.0 percent from three, and 104.6 points allowed per game, which has helped it post a 7-3 ATS mark and a balanced totals profile. Washington has been far less reliable, scoring 108.1 points per game on 45.9 percent shooting and just 29.6 percent from three while allowing 113.3 points per game. The Wizards have also been weaker in efficiency on both ends, and their under-heavy results reflect that scoring drag. Detroit’s steadier two-way profile gives it the better path in this spot.
Detroit should control this game from the start behind its stronger defense and more reliable scoring balance. Washington’s low three-point accuracy and higher points allowed make it hard to keep pace if the game slows even a little. The projected final score is Detroit 114, Washington 105, which points to an under result and a comfortable Pistons win.
