Cavaliers vs. Pistons Picks and Prediction – 3/28/2025

Cavaliers (59-14) vs. Detroit Pistons (40-32)
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Location: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI
TV: NBA League Pass

Previous Games:

• Cavaliers: Coming off a 124-116 win vs. San Antonio

• Pistons: Dominated San Antonio 122-96 in their last game

Head-to-Head:

Cleveland won their last meeting against Detroit, but the Pistons have been competitive, covering +7.5 in 10 straight games. Detroit's defensive efficiency ranks top 10, making them a tough opponent at home.

Cleveland Cavaliers Breakdown:

The Cavaliers have been elite, winning 6 of their last 10 games while averaging 117.3 points per game. However, they are on the second leg of a back-to-back, which could impact their performance. Donovan Mitchell leads the charge with 25 points, 14 assists, and 8 rebounds in their last game.

Key Players:

• Jarrett Allen: 29 points, 15 rebounds

• Donovan Mitchell: 25 points, 14 assists

Detroit Pistons Breakdown:

The Pistons have been solid, winning 6 of their last 10 games while averaging 120.2 points per game. Their defense has kept opponents under 112 points per game, and their home-court advantage has played a key role in their success.

Key Players:

• Cade Cunningham: 21.9 points, 6.4 assists

• Jalen Duren: 10.0 rebounds per game

Betting Trends:

Cleveland Cavaliers:

• 6-4 in their last 10 games

• 4-7 ATS in their last 11 games

• Struggled to cover large spreads on the road

Detroit Pistons:

• 6-4 in their last 10 games

• Covered +7.5 in 10 straight games

• Top 10 defensive efficiency in the NBA

Exact Score Prediction:

Cleveland Cavaliers 114 – Detroit Pistons 109

Our Best Bet:

Detroit Pistons +6.5 (-110)

Detroit has been covering large spreads consistently and plays well at home. With Cleveland on a back-to-back, the Pistons should keep this one close.