Detroit Pistons vs. Orlando Magic is one of the eight matchups being held on March 1 (Sunday). This will be the final contest between the two teams this season, with the Magic looking for a series sweep. Orlando has won five consecutive games against the Pistons since last season. The Magic have been one of the most surprising teams this season and have a chance to make the playoffs. Meanwhile, Detroit has been one of the worst teams this season, with the worst record. The upcoming contest will be the 127th regular-season meeting between the two teams.
Preview
The Pistons no longer have the worst record in the league after the Washington Wizards went winless in the month of February. The Pistons have won three of their last 10 games, which is a big improvement from their poor start to the season. Meanwhile, the Orlando Magic are looking to extend their winning streak to three and have won seven of their last 10 games. The Magic are currently in seventh place in the Eastern Conference with a 34-26 record.
Starting lineup
The Detroit Pistons have Marcus Sasser on the injury report, who is dealing with a right knee injury. They will likely start with Cade Cunningham, Jaden Ivey, Ausner Thompson, Isaiah Stewart and Jalen Duren. Meanwhile, the Orlando Magic have a completely healthy roster. They will most likely start with Jalen Suggs, Gary Harris, Franz Wagner, Paolo Banchero and Wendell Carter Jr.
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Betting tips & Prediction
Cade Cunningham’s over/under is 22.5 points and is projected to go over in the upcoming game. He has been in great form recently and has scored at least 23 points five times in his last six games. Bet on him to score more than 22.5 points.
Paolo Banchero is expected to score 21.9 points against the Pistons and is favored to go over 20.5 points. He has scored 29 points after a two-game absence, bet on him to score at least 21 points in the next few games.
Franz Wagner is favored to go over 19.5 points. He has been less aggressive on offense in the last few games. Bet on him to break out of his scoring funk in the upcoming contest.
The Orlando Magic are favorites to defeat the Detroit Pistons at home on Sunday. The Magic have been playing much better than the Pistons this season and are likely to get an easy win. Oddsmakers have predicted that the Magic will win and cover the spread and the total will go over.
