The Detroit Pistons (2-7) welcome the Philadelphia 76ers (6-1) to the Little Caesars Arena Friday. Tip for the in-season tournament group stage game is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the 76ers vs. Pistons odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
Season series: First meeting; 76ers won all 3 meetings last season
The Pistons lost to the Milwaukee Bucks 120-118 on the road Wednesday, covering as a 12-point underdog. They have lost 6 straight games and are 1-5 against the spread (ATS) in those. Detroit is 4-5 ATS this season, and it is 1-4 straight up at home. The Pistons are led by former No. 1 overall pick G Cade Cunningham, who is averaging 24 points per game (PPG).
The 76ers beat the Boston Celtics 106-103 Wednesday, covering as a 2.5-point home underdog. Philadelphia has won 6 in a row after an opening-season 1-point loss to the Bucks. The 76ers are 7-0 ATS this season and are 4-3 O/U. They are led by C Joel Embiid, who is averaging 31.7 PPG.