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Atlanta (13-8) at Detroit (16-4)
- When: Dec 1 2025, 7:00 PM
- Where: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI, USA
- TV: FDSSE
Atlanta vs Detroit Preview & Prediction
Spread: Detroit -9.5
Moneyline: Detroit (-415)
Total: 232.5
Detroit Pistons Betting Breakdown
Detroit stopped their brief skid on Saturday, but they nearly let it slip late. After dropping two straight Cup games to Boston and Orlando, the Pistons regrouped in Miami and escaped with a 138-135 win despite blowing most of a 22-point cushion in the fourth quarter.
The tough stretch of travel and back-to-back Cup action finally paid off with a result that felt more like survival than dominance. Cade Cunningham delivered 29 points and eight assists, although turnover issues continued to follow him. Tobias Harris chipped in a season-best scoring night and Duncan Robinson enjoyed a productive showing against his old squad.
Detroit already took down the Hawks earlier this month in Atlanta behind big games from Cunningham and Jalen Duren. Duren sat out Saturday with a leg issue, and his status will matter against a Hawks team that tends to speed games up.
Atlanta Hawks Betting Breakdown
Atlanta rolls into Detroit playing its second game in as many nights, fresh off a wild double-overtime win in Philadelphia. The Hawks poured in 142 points behind a monster effort from Jalen Johnson, who erupted for a career night with 41 points, 14 rebounds and seven assists. Nickeil Alexander-Walker added another scoring punch as Atlanta claimed its fourth win in five outings.
This recent run has been sparked by Johnson, who rebounded from a rough showing in Washington by posting back-to-back star-level performances. Atlanta’s offense has been explosive, but the workload and minutes from Sunday’s marathon could weigh heavily on a tired roster.
NBA Prediction & Betting Angle
Detroit has the rest advantage, home court and the matchup edge from the first meeting. Atlanta’s double-overtime grind sets them up for a letdown, especially against a Pistons team that thrives when they control pace. The total is high for a reason, but fatigue should drag Atlanta’s shooting down the stretch.
Final Score: Pistons 122, Hawks 113
Lean: Atlanta +9.5
Total: Over 232.5
- NBA Basketball Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
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