Detroit Pistons vs Utah Jazz Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/26

The Detroit Pistons are set to play the Utah Jazz at the Delta Center on Friday, December 26, 2025, at 9:30 PM. The Pistons, with a record of 24-6, are having a strong season under the guidance of Head Coach J.B. Bickerstaff. They are currently ranked first in both the Eastern Conference and the Central Division. Viewers can catch the game on FDSD.

The Utah Jazz, coached by Will Hardy, have a record of 10-19 and are looking to improve their standing in the Western Conference. They are ranked 12th in the conference and 5th in the Northwest Division. The Jazz aim to break their current four-game losing streak with a win against the Pistons.

Pistons vs Jazz Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Detroit Pistons vs. Utah Jazz
  • Venue: Delta Center
  • Date: Friday, December 26, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Pistons -9.5 (-113), Jazz +9.5 (-109), Pistons MoneyLine -436, Jazz MoneyLine +338

Detroit Pistons Team Preview

The Detroit Pistons have been on a strong run recently. They won their last three games, including a 136-127 victory over the Sacramento Kings. Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren both scored 23 points in that game, showing their importance to the team.

Cade Cunningham is having a standout season with averages of 26.4 points and 9.4 assists per game. Jalen Duren is also key, with 18.5 points and 11.1 rebounds per game. They both contribute to the Pistons’ offense, which ranks 10th in points per game in the league.

The Pistons are effective on the boards, ranking 2nd in rebounds per game. However, their free throw shooting is low at 74.3%. With Ron Holland II questionable due to a knee injury, the team might need to adjust their lineup.

Utah Jazz Team Preview

The Utah Jazz are playing at home against the Memphis Grizzlies. In their last game, the Jazz lost 137-128. Kyle Filipowski stood out with 25 points and 13 rebounds.

This season, the Jazz rank 7th in points per game with 119.9. They attempt 91.2 field goals per game, placing them 3rd in the league. However, their field goal percentage is 45.7, which is 23rd in the league.

Keyonte George has been a key player, averaging 23.9 points and 6.8 assists per game. Lauri Markkanen leads the team with 27.8 points per game. The team will be without Georges Niang and Walker Kessler due to injuries.

BTB Betting Pick

The Pistons are favored by 9.5 points against the Jazz. The Pistons allow only 112.3 points per game, ranking 5th, while the Jazz give up 127.4 points per game, which ranks last. With a projected score of Pistons 125, Jazz 115, the recommendation is to pick the Pistons to cover the spread of -9.5.

The total for the game is set at 244.5 points. The Jazz have a high-scoring offense but also allow the most points in the league. The Pistons also score well, averaging 119.2 points per game. The projected total score is 240 points, so the recommendation is to pick the under 244.5.