The Charlotte Hornets (1-0) welcome the Detroit Pistons (0-1) to the Spectrum Center Friday. Tip is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Pistons vs. Hornets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
Season series: First meeting; teams split 4 games last season
The Hornets beat the Atlanta Hawks 116-110 Wednesday, covering as a 4-point home underdog. Charlotte F PJ Washington led the way with 25 points on 12-of-18 shooting. F Brandon Miller, the No. 2 overall pick, scored 13 points.
The Pistons lost on the road to the Miami Heat 103-102 Wednesday, covering as a 9.5-point underdog. Detroit G Cade Cunningham poured in 30 points. and shot 13-for-27 from the field. Top pick F Ausar Thompson ended with 7 turnovers and scored just 4 points. The Pistons were the 4th-worst covering team last season, ending 34-44-4 against the spread (ATS).