The Toronto Raptors (26-31) are hosting the Detroit Pistons (15-41) in an Eastern Conference matchup on Sunday afternoon. This will be the second meeting of the season, with Toronto picking up a 115-111 victory in the first contest. The Raptors are currently 11th in the Eastern Conference standings and are looking to get back into the win column. On Friday, the Utah Jazz beat the Raptors 122-116. On the other side, Detroit has struggled, dropping three of its past four games.
Tip-off is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto. Caesars Sportsbook lists the Raptors as 12-point favorites in the latest Pistons vs. Raptors odds, while the over/under for total points scored is set at 226. Before making any Raptors vs. Pistons picks, you'll want to see the NBA predictions and betting advice from the proven computer model at SportsLine.
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Now, the model has set its sights on Pistons vs. Raptors and just locked in its picks and NBA predictions. You can head to SportsLine now to see the model's picks. Here are several NBA odds and betting lines and trends for Raptors vs. Pistons:
- Pistons vs. Raptors spread: Toronto -12
- Pistons vs. Raptors over/under: 226 points
- Pistons vs. Raptors money line: Toronto -600, Detroit +430
- DET: The Pistons are 5-1 ATS in their last six games after allowing more than 125 points in their previous game
- TOR: The Over is 5-1 in Raptors' last six games playing on one days rest
- Pistons vs. Raptors picks: See picks at SportsLine
Why the Raptors can cover
Forward Scottie Barnes does many different things on the floor. Barnes has the size to defend multiple positions, initiate the offense, and score from different areas. The Florida State product puts up 15.5 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game. He's dished out at least five assists in five of his last nine games. Barnes logged 12 points, seven rebounds, and nine assists in his last game.
Guard Gary Trent Jr. owns a reliable jumper from downtown and has a good range on his shots. Trent Jr. can shoot off screens or pull up into the mid-range area. The Duke product averages 18.6 points and shoots 36% from 3-point range. He tallied 20-plus points in three of his last six matchups. On Feb. 3, Trent Jr. had 29 points and went 5-of-9 from downtown.
Why the Pistons can cover
Forward Bojan Bogdanovic has been an excellent perimeter shooting threat in the frontcourt. Bogdanovic can put the ball on the floor and does a great job at creating space from defenders. The 33-year-old logs 21.5 points, 3.6 rebounds, and shoots 40% from beyond the arc. He dropped 32 points and five rebounds in his last outing.
Jaden Ivey is a smooth combo guard that can get his own shot with ease. Ivey plays at his best when he attacks the lane to score or dishes the rock to open teammates that are spread out on the floor. The Purdue product averages 15.2 points, 4 rebounds, and 4.6 assists per contest. In his last game, Ivey stuffed the stat sheet with 17 points, eight rebounds, and eight assists.
How to make Raptors vs. Pistons picks
SportsLine's model is leaning Over on the total, projecting 227 combined points. The model also says one side of the spread hits well over 50% of the time. You can only see the model's pick at SportsLine.
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