The Pistons are ready to clash with the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday, Jan 20. Today’s matchup is set to tip off at 3:00 ET and will be televised on BSDE. Milwaukee enters this game as 13.5-point favorites, and the over/under total is currently at 243.5. Can the Bucks pull this one out as the favorite? Below you will find our Pistons vs. Bucks player props and predictions.
Pistons vs. Bucks Odds
- Spread: Bucks -13.5
- Total 243.5
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Game Info
- Date: Saturday, Jan 20
- Time: 3:00 ET
- Location: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit MI
- TV: BSDE
Bucks Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Bucks have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 1-4 vs. the spread.
- Through their last three road games, Milwaukee has an ATS record of just 0-3. However, their overall record was 1-2 while averaging 109 points per game.
- In their last three games as the betting favorite, the Bucks have a straight up record of 3-0, while going 1-2 against the spread.
Pistons Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Pistons have an over/under record of 3-1-1 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- In their last three home games, Detroit has averaged 117 points per game while allowing 120. The team’s record in this stretch was 1-2 while going 2-1.
- Through their last five games as the betting underdog, the Pistons have a strong record vs the spread going 3-2. Their straight up mark in these contests is 1-4.
Does Milwaukee Have What It Takes on the Road?
The Bucks are 3-2 in their last five games and have an overall record of 28-13. They currently hold the 2nd spot in the Eastern Conference and are 1st in the Central division.
In their last game, the Bucks scored 95 points against the Cavaliers. They shot 40% from the field and made 12 three-pointers. Damian Lillard led the Bucks in scoring with 17 points, while Bobby Portis added 16 points of his own.
On the season, the Bucks are 24th in the NBA in points allowed per game at 120.3 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, they come in at 17th in the league at 47.5%. Milwaukee is 7th in the NBA in three-point shooting percentage allowed at 33.9%.
One stat that stands out is the fact that opponents have scored more than their season average in 70.7% of games vs. the Bucks. In terms of made free throws allowed, they are 13th in the NBA at 22.6 made free throws per contest.
Over their last five games, Milwaukee is 21st in field goal percentage allowed at 49.8%. In terms of steals per game, they are 28th in the league at 6.5 steals per contest.
Is A Home Victory Likely for Underdog Detroit?
In their last three games, the Pistons are 1-2 and have an overall record of 4-37. When facing other Eastern Conference teams, the Pistons are 4-20 and are 0-17 in non-conference games.
Coming into this game, Detroit is averaging 111.9 points per game, but they scored 117 against the Timberwolves in their last game. Cade Cunningham is the team’s leading scorer at 22.8 points per game, while Jaden Ivey is averaging 14.2 PPG.
When it comes to defense, the Pistons have struggled this season. They are currently 28th in points allowed per game at 122.6. At home, they are giving up 120.2 points per game, which is 25th in the league.
One area where Detroit has been strong defensively is defending the three-point line. They are 9th in three-point shooting percentage allowed at 38.6%. On the season, opponents have made fewer threes than their season average in 65.9% of their games vs. the Pistons.
One area where Detroit has struggled defensively is at the free-throw line. They are 29th in made free throws allowed per game at 26.7.
Pistons vs. Bucks Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Giannis Antetokounmpo and his points prop of 31.5.
Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -127 while the under is at -108. Based on our projections, Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to go 12/20 from the field, resulting in 32 points. We recommend taking the over on his prop bet, which offers a payout of -127.
- The Prop: Giannis Antetokounmpo Over 31.5 Points (-127)
Pistons vs. Bucks Predictions
For a point-spread bet in this Bucks vs. Pistons matchup, we’re leaning towards the Pistons at +13.5. Although our projections show the Bucks winning 117-106, we suggest placing your bet on the Pistons for the point-spread.
As for the over/under, the line is currently at 243.5, and our model projects the Bucks and Pistons to reach a combined total of 223 points. Our bet is on taking the under.
The Pick: Pistons +13.5 | at Fanduel Sportsbook