The Pistons and 76ers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on NBCS. The 76ers will host the game at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 234 points, and the 76ers are favored to win at home against the Pistons.

DETROIT PISTONS VS PHILADELPHIA 76ERS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Detroit Pistons +16

This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, December 15th.

WHY BET THE DETROIT PISTONS:

  • We have this one finishing with a projected score of 115-106 in favor of the 76ers.
  • Our projections have Joel Embiid finishing with Joel Embiid points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists.
  • From the field, we have the 76ers finishing with a field goal percentage of 51.2% and knocking down 13 threes.

Will the Pistons Come Through as Road Underdogs?

When looking at the Pistons’ overall record of 2-22, it’s clear that they have struggled this season. As +16 point underdogs, they will have to play exceptionally well if they want to come away with a win. At home, the Pistons are 1-12 compared to a 1-10 record on the road.

So far, Detroit’s ATS record is below .500 at 8-15. This season, Detroit has a 0-2 record against the spread when they are favored, and they are 8-13 when playing as underdogs.

In their latest game, the Pistons offense put up 111 points against the 76ers. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 44.3% and made 10 threes. Cade Cunningham is leading the team in scoring at 22 points per contest. Ausar Thompson has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 10.5 going into the game.

Looking at the Pistons defense, they will be looking for a better performance considering they are currently conceding 119.2 points per game (23rd).

On two point field goal attempts, the Pistons’ defensive unit is allowing a field goal percentage of 54.6% and allowing 37.1% from beyond the arc.

Will Philadelphia Live Up to Expectations at Home?

Across their last five games, the 76ers are 4-1 and have an overall record of 16-7. When playing at home, the 76ers are 9-3 compared to their 7-4 record on the road this season.

The 76ers have successfully covered the spread in their last five games and hold an overall ATS record of 17-6. The 76ers maintain an ATS record of 8-3 on the road, while they have a 9-3 record vs. the spread when playing at home.

The 76ers offense is coming off a game where they scored 129 points against the Pistons. They posted a field goal percentage of 51.7% and connected on 11 threes. In terms of offense, the 76ers have a season-long field goal percentage of 48%, putting them 7th in the NBA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 11th in percentage and 16th in three-pointers made.

So far, the 76ers’ defense is ranked 12th in the league at 113.1 points per contest.

In terms of two point field goal attempts, the 76ers defense has allowed a shooting percentage of 53.6% while allowing 35.4% from downtown.