Detroit Pistons @ New Orleans Pelicans Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 3/17/2025 8:00 PM EDT

We have your Detroit Pistons @ New Orleans Pelicans prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Detroit Pistons hit the road to face the New Orleans Pelicans.

Detroit Pistons @ New Orleans Pelicans Pick

Best Moneyline Odds: Pistons -265 at [BetRivers], Pelicans +235 at [DraftKings]
Best Spread Odds: Pistons -7.0 (-110) at [Caesars], Pelicans +7.5 (-115) at [ESPN BET]
Best Total Odds: Over 232.5 (-110) at [ESPN BET], Under 233.0 (-113) at [BetRivers]

Game Info

Date: March 17, 2025
Time: 8:00 PM EDT
Location: Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, LA
TV: Gulf Coast Sports and FDSDET

Detroit Pistons @ New Orleans Pelicans Preview

The Detroit Pistons (37-31) visit the New Orleans Pelicans (18-50) on March 17, 2025. The Pistons are looking to avoid a three-game losing streak, while the Pelicans aim to snap their two-game skid. Key injuries for the Pelicans include Zion Williamson, Yves Missi, and Kelly Olynyk listed as questionable, and Brandon Boston and Herbert Jones out. The Pistons will be without Jaden Ivey.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

The Pelicans have won the last seven matchups against the Pistons. In their last encounter, the Pelicans won 114-101 at Little Caesars Arena. New Orleans has claimed 8 wins in the past 10 head-to-head meetings.

Pick: Pistons -7.0

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The Pistons are favored by 7 points. Detroit is 25-21 against Eastern Conference teams, while New Orleans is 12-33 against the same conference. The Pistons are vying for a guaranteed playoff spot and are motivated to win, while the Pelicans have struggled this season and have several key players injured or questionable. The Pistons' offense is ranked 12th in the league, averaging 114.4 points per game. The Pelicans' defense allows 117.2 points per game, ranking 25th in the league. The Pistons have a strong presence on the offensive glass, while the Pelicans struggle in the painted area on defense, allowing nearly 53 points per game. Given these factors, the Pistons are likely to cover the spread.

Top Player Prop Picks

Tobias Harris Over 5.5 Rebounds (-120)

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Tobias Harris has secured Over 5.5 rebounds in 6 straight games. He should be capable of covering the line when it comes to this player prop.

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