There are eight games on the NBA schedule on Sunday, including Detroit Pistons vs. Orlando Magic. This is the final matchup of the season between the two teams, with the Magic looking to win the series. Let’s take a look at the game preview, predictions, starting lineups and betting tips.
Orlando has won five straight games against the Pistons dating back to last season. The Magic have been one of the most surprising teams this season and have a chance to make the playoffs. Detroit, meanwhile, has one of the worst records in the NBA.
Sunday’s game will be the 127th regular season meeting between the Magic and the Pistons. Detroit has won 70 games and lost 56 against the Magic, but Orlando has dominated them this season. The Magic’s average lead in their three wins against the Pistons has been 15.7 points.
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Detroit Pistons vs Orlando Magic preview, predictions, odds and betting tips
THE The Detroit Pistons vs Orlando Magic game will take place on Sunday at the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. It begins at 6:00 p.m. EST and will be televised on Bally Sports SouthEast-Atlanta and the YES Network in New York.
Money line: Pistons (+480) vs. Magic (-620)
Spread: Pistons +11.5 (-110) vs. Magic -11.5 (-110)
Total (P/U): Pistons o218 (-110) against Magic u218 (-110)
Detroit Pistons vs. Orlando Magic Preview
The Detroit Pistons no longer have the worst record in the league after the Washington Wizards went winless in February. The Pistons have three wins in their last 10 games, which is a huge improvement from their rough start to the season.
Meanwhile, the Orlando Magic are looking to extend their winning streak to three and have won seven of their last 10 games. The Magic have moved up to seventh in the Eastern Conference and are just one game behind the No. 4 New York Knicks.
Detroit Pistons starting lineups vs. Orlando Magic
The Detroit Pistons have one player on their injury report – Marcus Sasser who is dealing with a right knee contusion. Coach Monty Williams likely to use starting five Cade CunninghamJaden Ivey, Ausar Thompson, Isaiah Stewart and Jalen Duren.
Meanwhile, the Orlando Magic have a completely healthy roster heading into Sunday night. Coach Jamahl Mosley is expected to stick with his starting five of Jalen Suggs, Gary Harris, Franz Wagner, Paolo Banchero and Wendell Carter Jr.
Detroit Pistons vs Orlando Magic predictions
Cade Cunningham has a plus/minus of 22.5 points and should outpace the Magic. He’s been on fire recently, scoring at least 23 points five times in his last six games. Bet on the Pistons star to score more than 22.5 points.
Paolo Banchero is expected to score 21.9 points against the Pistons and is favored to go over 20.5 points. He scored 29 points after two games away, which is a good sign after struggling after the All-Star break. Bet on him to start a scoring streak scoring at least 21 points in the next few games.
Franz Wagner, meanwhile, is favored to surpass 19.5 points, which is a surprise. He has been quiet in recent games and is less aggressive in attack. Bur bet on Wagner to snap out of his scoring funk against the nine-win Pistons team.
Detroit Pistons vs Orlando Magic Prediction
The Orlando Magic are the big favorites to beat the Detroit Pistons on Sunday at home. The Magic are playing much better than the Pistons this season and will likely pull out a comfortable win.
The Pistons are playing better compared to the start of the campaign, but that might not be enough to cause an upset. Oddsmakers are predicting that the Magic will take the win and cover the spread and go over total.
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