The Detroit Pistons (33-27) are set to host the Brooklyn Nets (21-38) on March 1st, 2025. The Pistons, looking to bounce back from a recent defeat, enjoyed a remarkable eight-game winning streak prior to their loss against the Denver Nuggets.

• Tipoff: 7 p.m. ET
• Venue: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit
• Spread: Pistons -11.5
• Over/Under: 216 points

Both teams have had their struggles recently, but the Pistons are favored to regain their momentum against a Nets team that is currently on a three-game losing streak. Standout players include Pistons’ All-Star guard Cade Cunningham, who leads the team in scoring with 25.4 points per game, and Malik Beasley contributing significantly as well.

On the Nets’ side, Cam Thomas has returned from injury but will be sidelined for this game.

Why the Pistons can cover: After snapping their streak, they are hungry to get back on track against a struggling opponent. Cade Cunningham aims for a strong performance after a disappointing outing last game.

Why the Nets can cover: Despite their recent form, the Nets have historically performed well against the Pistons, winning 11 of their last 15 meetings. Their team dynamics also see contributions from players like Nicolas Claxton and Killian Hayes.

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