
Pistons vs Mavericks Prediction 1/31/25 NBA Picks Today
Dallas Mavericks (26-22) vs. Detroit Pistons (23-24)
January 31, 2025 7:00 pm EDT
The Line: Detroit Pistons -1.5; Over/Under: 228.5
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The Dallas Mavericks and Detroit Pistons meet Friday in NBA action at the Little Caesars Arena. Here’s a Pistons vs Mavericks Prediction. This article will include a Pistons vs Mavericks Pick.
Dallas Mavericks Betting Preview
The Dallas Mavericks beat the Wizards and Pelicans, and they play the Cavs, 76ers, and Celtics next. The Dallas Mavericks are averaging 115.4 points on 48 percent shooting and allowing 112.1 points on 45.4 percent shooting. Luka Doncic is averaging 28.1 points and 7.8 assists, while Kyrie Irving is averaging 24.2 points and 4.6 rebounds. PJ Washington is the third double-digit scorer and Klay Thompson is grabbing 3.4 rebounds. The Dallas Mavericks are shooting 37.3 percent from beyond the arc and 77.3 percent from the free throw line. The Dallas Mavericks are allowing 36.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.8 rebounds per game.
Detroit Pistons Betting Preview
The Detroit Pistons lost to the Pacers and Cavs, and they play the Bulls, Hawks, and 76ers next. The Detroit Pistons are averaging 111.9 points on 46.7 percent shooting and allowing 113.5 points on 46.7 percent shooting. Cade Cunningham is averaging 25 points and 6.4 rebounds, while Malik Beasley is averaging 16.4 points and 1.8 assists. Tobias Harris is the third double-digit scorer and Tim Hardaway Jr. is grabbing 2.2 rebounds. The Detroit Pistons are shooting 36.2 percent from beyond the arc and 77.2 percent from the free-throw line. The Detroit Pistons are allowing 37.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.9 rebounds per game.
Why the Detroit Pistons will win
- The Mavericks have lost each of their last eight games as underdogs against Central Division opponents.
- The Pistons have won each of their last four games at Little Caesars Arena following a road loss.
- The Mavericks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games following a win.
- The Pistons have covered the spread in seven of their last eight home games against Western Conference opponents that held a winning record.
Why the Dallas Mavericks will win
- The Pistons have lost each of their last seven home games against Southwest Division opponents.
- The Mavericks have won each of their last four night games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a losing record.
- The Pistons have failed to cover the spread in each of their last six games as favorites against Western Conference opponents.
- The Mavericks have covered the spread in seven of their last eight road games against the Pistons following a win.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Pistons rank 29th in the league for steals per game this season (7.4).
- The Pistons have missed the playoffs in five consecutive seasons – the equal-second-longest active streak in the NBA
- The Mavericks rank 2nd in the league for Q4 points per game this season (29.1).
- The Dallas Mavericks are one of only three teams to win a road game against the Thunder this season.
Pistons vs Mavericks Injury Report
The Detroit Pistons will continue to be without Jaden Ivey due to a broken leg. Tolu Smith is questionable after recently signing a two-way contract.
The Mavs will continue to be without Maxi Kleber, Dwight Powell, Dereck Lively II, and Luka Doncic. Dante Exum is questionable with a wrist injury.
Pistons vs Mavericks Prediction
The Mavs are finding ways to win games here and there, but I still don’t trust them most nights until they get their injury situation in order. Down Luka, Powell, Lively, etc., it’s just tough on the Mavs most nights. The Detroit Pistons have cooled off lately with three straight losses, but they’re back home from a five-game road trip and have a chance to catch their breath. The Pistons are better than what they’ve shown this week, and I expect the defense to get back in order at home against a banged-up team. Only laying a bucket. Give me the Pistons.