by Rod Pearson
Friday, Oct 21, 2022
Game Time: 7:00 pm ET, Saturday, October 22, 2022
Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN
Where to Watch: BSDET
Opening Odds at USA Sportsbooks
DraftKings: Point Spread: Pistons -1.5, Pacers +1.5; Over/Under: 226.5 points
Bet365: Point Spread: Pistons -1, Pacers +1; Over/Under: 226.5 points
BetMGM: Point Spread: Pistons -1.5, Pacers +1.5; Over/Under: 226.5 points
Season Record
Detroit Pistons: 1-0 (2nd place, Central Division)
Indiana Pacers: 0-1 (5th place, Central Division)
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Detroit Pistons: 1-0 last 1
Indiana Pacers: 0-1 last 1
Detroit Pistons vs Indiana Pacers Preview and Analysis
The Pistons are coming into this game with a 1-0 record overall and they are playing their 2nd road game of the season here. This will be the 2nd leg of a back-to-back for them as they still have a game against the New York Knicks to be played on Friday night. They are entering this game off of a win against the Indiana Pacers in their last game. Bojan Bogdanović led the team in points in that game with 24 while Jaden Ivey was next on the team with 19 points. Cade Cunningham led the team in assists in that game with 10 while Jalen Duren led the team in rebounds with 10. They were 42.6% from the field, 36.8% from 3-point range, and 79.2% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 113 PPG and their defense is averaging their opponents to average 109 PPG against them. The Pistons have an ATS record of 1-0 this season and their O/U record is 1-0.
The Pacers are coming into this game with a 0-1 record overall and they are 0-1 in their home games this season where they will be in this game. This will be the 2nd leg of a back-to-back for them as they still have a game against the San Antonio Spurs to be played on Friday night. They are entering this game off of a loss against the Washington Wizards in their last game. Tyrese Haliburton led the team in points in that game with 26 while Bennedict Mathurin was next on the team with 19 points. Tyrese Haliburton led the team in assists in that game with 7 while Buddy Hield led the team in rebounds with 10. They were 40.2% from the field, 35.7% from 3-point range, and 66.7% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 107 PPG and their defense is averaging their opponents to average 114 PPG against them. The Pacers have an ATS record of 0-1 this season and their O/U record is 0-1.
Pistons vs Pacers Prediction
The current betting odds have the Pacers listed as a 1 point underdog in this game according to Draftkings Sportsbook. The Pacers are still looking for their 1st win of the season here and they are playing in their 3rd straight home game to start the season. They have a lot of young players on their team but they also have a few reliable players that can push this team to get their 1st win here. The Pistons looked really good in their 1st game of the season but they only beat the Magic, who aren't a great team, by 4 points at home and now they are going on the road in a tougher environment to play in. The Pistons already got a win in their season opener while the Pacers will be motivated to get their 1st win and they will bring their best game here at home. The best way to place a bet here is on the Pacers to cover the spread and win this game straight up.
Pistons Pacers Prediction: Our NBA Pick for Saturday, October 22, 2022 (7:00 pm ET start time) is Pacers 99 Pistons 92.
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NBA Betting Trends
Detroit Pistons: 20-14 ATS after a blowout loss by 15 points or more. 21-9 UNDER after 2 or more consecutive overs. 18-3 UNDER after allowing 130 points or more.
Indiana Pacers: 21-35 ATS when the line is +3 to -3. 9-17 ATS vs. division opponents. 24-10 UNDER after scoring 130 points or more.
Key Injuries
Detroit Pistons: N. Noel (C) Prob Fri - Foot. A. Burks (SG) Out Fri - Foot. I. Livers (PF) Out Fri - Hip. M. Bagley III (PF) Mid Nov - Knee.
Indiana Pacers: A. Nesmith (SG) Ques Fri - Foot. M. Turner (C) Late Oct - Ankle. T. Queen (SG) Ques Fri - Concussion.
Notable Quotes
“He’s going to be a problem in our league for a long time." - Dwane Casey on Banchero after his team’s win against the Magic on Wednesday.
“I thought our guys really competed. We made mistakes — a lot of them were at inopportune times, but our spirit was good and we certainly can, and will, get better.” - Rick Carlisle after his team’s loss against the Wizards on Wednesday.
Starting Lineups
Detroit Pistons
PG Cade Cunningham
SG Jaden Ivey
SF Saddiq Bey
PF Bojan Bogdanovic
C Isaiah Stewart
Indiana Pacers
PG Tyrese Haliburton
SG Chris Duarte
SF Buddy Hield
PF Jalen Smith
C Terry Taylor
Statistical Leaders
Detroit Pistons
PPG: B. Bogdanovic (24)
APG: C. Cunningham (10)
Reb/G: J. Duren (10)
Indiana Pacers
PPG: T. Haliburton (26)
APG: T. Haliburton (7)
Reb/G: B. Hield (10)
Coaches:
Detroit Pistons: Dwane Casey (5th season)
Indiana Pacers: Rick Carlisle (2nd season)
Rod Pearson
About the Author:
Rod Pearson has been a rabid sports fan his entire life. He grew up in Ontario, and was skilled in both hockey and baseball, and pitched in an elite baseball league for many years. In 2022, Rod decided to hang up his glove, so that he could write about the sports he loves -- but from a gambling perspective. Join Rod every day as he breaks down the games to find the best betting value.
