Through 3 Quarters

We've seen some fireworks three quarters in as the Indiana Pacers and the Detroit Pistons have combined for 196 points. It's looking more and more like Indiana's high-powered offense is just too much for Detroit as the Pacers lead 103-93.

Indiana has been led by shooting guard Caris LeVert, who so far has 27 points and five assists. One thing to keep an eye out for is Domantas Sabonis' foul situation as he currently sits at four.

Small forward Saddiq Bey has led the way so far for Detroit, as he has 26 points in addition to eight rebounds. Bey is close to surpassing his season high of 28.

Detroit has lost 95% of the time when they were down heading into the fourth quarter this season, so this one seems just about wrapped up

Who's Playing

Detroit @ Indiana

Current Records: Detroit 4-22; Indiana 12-18

What to Know

The Detroit Pistons will take on the Indiana Pacers at 7 p.m. ET Thursday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse after having had a few days off. Given that both teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.

The matchup between Detroit and the Brooklyn Nets on Sunday was not a total blowout, but with the Pistons falling 116-104 at home, it was darn close to turning into one. Despite the loss, Detroit had strong showings from shooting guard Cade Cunningham, who shot 5-for-8 from downtown and finished with 26 points, six dimes and eight rebounds, and point guard Saben Lee, who had 17 points and six assists in addition to six boards.

Meanwhile, the contest between Indiana and the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday was not particularly close, with Indiana falling 114-99. The losing side was boosted by power forward Domantas Sabonis, who posted a double-double on 16 points and 14 boards along with five assists. That makes it 13 consecutive games in which Sabonis has had at least ten rebounds.

Detroit is expected to lose this next one by 9.5. Now might not be the best time to take the Pistons against the spread since they've let down bettors for the past two consecutive games.

Detroit was able to grind out a solid win over the Pacers in the teams' previous meeting in November, winning 97-89. The rematch might be a little tougher for Detroit since the squad won't have home-court advantage. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.

How To Watch

  • When: Thursday at 7 p.m. ET
  • Where: Gainbridge Fieldhouse -- Indianapolis, Indiana
  • TV: Bally Sports Detroit Plus
  • Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
  • Follow: CBS Sports App
  • Ticket Cost: $10.00

Odds

The Pacers are a big 9.5-point favorite against the Pistons, according to the latest NBA odds.

The oddsmakers had a good feel for the line for this one, as the game opened with the Pacers as a 10-point favorite.

Over/Under: -112

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Series History

Indiana have won 15 out of their last 24 games against Detroit.

  • Nov 17, 2021 - Detroit 97 vs. Indiana 89
  • Apr 24, 2021 - Indiana 115 vs. Detroit 109
  • Mar 24, 2021 - Indiana 116 vs. Detroit 111
  • Feb 11, 2021 - Indiana 111 vs. Detroit 95
  • Dec 06, 2019 - Detroit 108 vs. Indiana 101
  • Nov 08, 2019 - Indiana 112 vs. Detroit 106
  • Oct 28, 2019 - Detroit 96 vs. Indiana 94
  • Oct 23, 2019 - Detroit 119 vs. Indiana 110
  • Apr 03, 2019 - Indiana 108 vs. Detroit 89
  • Apr 01, 2019 - Indiana 111 vs. Detroit 102
  • Feb 25, 2019 - Detroit 113 vs. Indiana 109
  • Dec 28, 2018 - Indiana 125 vs. Detroit 88
  • Dec 26, 2017 - Detroit 107 vs. Indiana 83
  • Dec 15, 2017 - Detroit 104 vs. Indiana 98
  • Nov 17, 2017 - Indiana 107 vs. Detroit 100
  • Nov 08, 2017 - Detroit 114 vs. Indiana 97
  • Mar 08, 2017 - Indiana 115 vs. Detroit 98
  • Feb 04, 2017 - Indiana 105 vs. Detroit 84
  • Jan 03, 2017 - Indiana 121 vs. Detroit 116
  • Dec 17, 2016 - Indiana 105 vs. Detroit 90
  • Feb 06, 2016 - Indiana 112 vs. Detroit 104
  • Jan 02, 2016 - Indiana 94 vs. Detroit 82
  • Dec 12, 2015 - Detroit 118 vs. Indiana 96
  • Nov 03, 2015 - Indiana 94 vs. Detroit 82

Injury Report for Indiana

  • Malcolm Brogdon: Out (Achilles)
  • T.J. Warren: Out (Foot)
  • T.J. McConnell: Out (Wrist)

Injury Report for Detroit

  • Chris Smith: Out (Knee)
  • Kelly Olynyk: Out (Knee)
  • Jerami Grant: Out (Thumb)