Inside the Article:
The Detroit Pistons will continue their road trip tonight against the Portland Trail Blazers and former teammate Jerami Grant. The Pistons are coming off a rare road win over the Minnesota Timberwolves and hope to build on that momentum as they head into the new year. Meanwhile, the Trail Blazers, who sit in the 8th spot in the Western Conference, have lost four of their last five games, with their only win coming against the struggling Charlotte Hornets.
Why it Matters:
This matchup is vital for both teams as they look to get back on track. The Pistons hope to build on their recent win and continue their momentum, while the Trail Blazers will be desperate for a win to end their slump. Additionally, Jerami Grant will be eager to have a strong performance against his former team.
By the Numbers: Detroit Pistons Vs. Trailblazers
- The Detroit Pistons are 9.5-point underdogs on the road against the Trail Blazers, with money lines set at +360 for the Pistons and -480 for the Trail Blazers.
- The over/under for the game is set at 232.5 points, which is higher than the team’s season average of 224 combined points.
- Killian Hayes, Cade Cunningham, and Isaiah Livers will not play for the Pistons, while Nassir Little and Justise Winslow will sit out for the Trail Blazers. Keon Johnson, Greg Brown, and Jusuf Nurkic are listed as questionable.
Prediction
Despite their recent win, it will be difficult for the Detroit Pistons to win two in a row on the road, especially against a Portland team desperate for a win. The Pistons may struggle to contain Jerami Grant and Damian Lillard, and they may struggle in clutch time against the veteran Trail Blazers squad. The final score is predicted to be 110-117 in favor of Portland.
How to Watch: Detroit Pistons Vs. Trailblazers
The game in Portland has a late tip-off at 10:00 PM ET and can be watched on Bally Sports Detroit or listened to on 97.1 FM The Ticket. It can also be streamed on FUBO.TV or NBA League Pass (for those outside of the market).
