Detroit Pistons at Dallas Mavericks Pick For 4/12/2024

Detroit Pistons vs Dallas Mavericks Overview

• Date: April 12, 2024
• Venue: American Airlines Center
• Spread: Detroit Pistons 13.5 (-110), Dallas Mavericks -13.5 (-110)
• Total (Over/Under): 218.5
• Moneyline: Detroit Pistons 610, Dallas Mavericks -850

Detroit Pistons vs Dallas Mavericks Win Probabilities

Implied Win %:

• Detroit Pistons - 14%
• Dallas Mavericks - 86%

Projected Win %:

• Detroit Pistons - 4%
• Dallas Mavericks - 96%

Detroit Pistons vs Dallas Mavericks Game Preview

The Detroit Pistons (13-67) are set to take on the Dallas Mavericks (50-30) in a Friday night showdown at the American Airlines Center. The game is scheduled to start at 8:30 PM ET.

The Pistons enter this game at a disadvantage, as it is a back-to-back game for them. They played just yesterday, which means their players will have had less time to rest between games. This could potentially impact their performance and chances of winning.

On the other hand, the Mavericks are a massive favorite at home. With a record of 50-30, they have been in impressive form and have won their last five games. Their strong performance and home-court advantage make them the clear favorites in this matchup.

According to the odds, the Mavericks are favored by 13.0 points, indicating a significant gap in perceived skill between the two teams. The Moneyline odds for the Mavericks are -850, while the Pistons have odds of +620. Based on these odds, the Pistons have an implied win probability of 13%, while the Mavericks have an implied win probability of 87%.

In their most recent game, the Pistons suffered a 127-105 loss to the Chicago Bulls. This adds to their recent struggles, as they have lost 39 of their last 50 games. In contrast, the Mavericks are coming off a 111-92 victory over the Miami Heat, showcasing their strong form heading into this matchup.

Overall, the Pistons face an uphill battle against the Mavericks, who are riding a wave of momentum and enjoying a home-court advantage. While anything can happen in basketball, the odds heavily favor the Mavericks in this Friday night clash.

Final Score Prediction: Detroit Pistons 94.23 vs Dallas Mavericks 118.92

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