Miami (13-10) at Detroit (10-16)
- When: Dec 16 2024, 7:00 PM
- Where: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI, USA
- TV: FDSDET
Game Odds, Spread, Moneyline & Total
Miami Heat @ Detroit Pistons
Moneyline
Miami Heat -175
Detroit Pistons +160
Miami Heat @ Detroit Pistons
Point Spread
Miami Heat -4.5 (-110)
Detroit Pistons 4.5 (-110)
Miami Heat @ Detroit Pistons
Total
Over 218.5 (-115)
Under 218.5 (-105)
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
- Get real-time live scores & latest betting odds here!
Key Players:
Miami: Bam Adebayo
Detroit: Cade Cunningham
Team Stats
| Heat | Pistons | |
| 13-10 | Record | 10-16 |
| 4-6 | Away & Home | 4-7 |
| 7-3 | Last 10 | 3-7 |
| W4 | Streak | L1 |
Last Matchup:
DET 123-121, November 12th, 2024
Game Preview
The Miami Heat look to keep their offensive momentum rolling as they hit the road to face the Detroit Pistons on Monday night. Riding a four-game winning streak, the Heat have averaged an impressive 122.8 points per game during this stretch, all while playing at home.
Despite their scoring surge, center Bam Adebayo attributes their success to teamwork and defense. “I just feel like we’re making the right plays and staying connected,” he said. “Our focus on getting stops and emphasizing defense has made all the difference.”
Head coach Erik Spoelstra has found consistency with a starting lineup featuring Tyler Herro, Duncan Robinson, Jimmy Butler, Haywood Highsmith, and Adebayo. This unit has delivered, leading Miami to an 8-2 record when they start.
However, Miami’s last trip to Detroit on Nov. 12 ended in heartbreak. A late-game blunder by Spoelstra—a timeout call he didn’t have—resulted in a technical foul, allowing Malik Beasley to sink the game-winning free throw in the Pistons’ 123-121 overtime victory.
Spoelstra has since reflected on that error. “It was a learning moment for me,” he admitted. “Mistakes happen in this game, but it’s about growth and improvement.”
Meanwhile, the Pistons are struggling to find consistency. They’ve lost four of their last five games and eight of their last 11. After snapping a three-game skid with a 120-111 win over the New York Knicks, Detroit was dominated by the Boston Celtics in a 123-99 blowout on Thursday.
Coach J.B. Bickerstaff acknowledged the team’s defensive lapses, particularly from beyond the arc. “Our 3-point defense has slipped recently,” he said. “We’re giving up too many quality looks and need to string together consistent quarters to improve.”
Detroit will need to tighten up defensively against a Heat team firing on all cylinders. Miami, on the other hand, aims to avenge their November loss and extend their winning streak with a strong road performance.
NBA Parlay Picks & Predictions
Final Score: Miami 114-107
The Pick: Miami -4½ & Over 218½ (-115)
A $100 Parlay Bet will return $357
- NBA Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
