Detroit Pistons at Los Angeles Lakers Prediction For 12/23/2024

• Date: December 23, 2024
• Venue: Crypto.com Arena

Betting Odds

Detroit Pistons vs Los Angeles Lakers Win Probabilities

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Detroit Pistons vs Los Angeles Lakers Betting Preview

The Detroit Pistons (12-17) square off against the Los Angeles Lakers (16-12) in an intriguing Monday night matchup at 10:30 PM ET at Crypto.com Arena. The Pistons, having traveled cross-country and across two time zones, face the challenge of a longer-than-normal road trip, which could impact their performance.

Los Angeles enters this contest as a favorite, boasting a home-court advantage and riding the momentum of a three-game winning streak. The Lakers are favored by 6 points, and their Moneyline odds are set at -235, translating to an implied win probability of 68%. Meanwhile, the Pistons are given +200 odds, suggesting an implied win probability of just 32%.

Despite their recent struggles, Detroit showed promise in their last outing, stunning the Phoenix Suns with a 133-125 victory as a 5.5-point underdog. This win was a morale booster for the Pistons, who have lost 9 of their last 15 games. On the other hand, the Lakers triumphed over the Sacramento Kings 103-99 in their previous game, overcoming the odds as 4-point underdogs.

For those eyeing player prop markets, Cade Cunningham's Points, Rebounds, and Assists line has captured significant attention. The Over on this market is set at 39.5 (-110), with sharp bettors believing there is value in this number, hinting at a potential high-scoring performance from the Pistons' standout player.

With both teams coming off upset victories, this clash promises excitement. The Pistons will look to carry momentum from their recent win, while the Lakers aim to extend their hot streak. Bettors and fans alike will be keen to see if the Lakers can cover the spread or if the Pistons have another upset up their sleeves.

Detroit Pistons vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction

Final Score: Detroit Pistons 112.32 vs Los Angeles Lakers 115.47

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