Houston Rockets vs Detroit Pistons: Preview, Odds, and Key Matchup Details

The Houston Rockets and the Detroit Pistons are set to face off on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. ET at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan. This matchup comes after both teams had significant performances in their last games.

The Houston Rockets, currently standing at 5-4, are looking to bounce back from a 126-107 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. In that game, Dillon Brooks led the Rockets with 17 points, while Jalen Green and Ausar Thompson each scored 14 points. Despite the loss, the Rockets have been performing well, averaging 113.3 points, 48.5 rebounds, 22.7 assists, 7.6 steals, and 4.5 blocks per game. Key players include Jalen Green, who averages 20.8 points and 3.4 three-pointers made, Alperen Sengun with 10.0 rebounds, and Fred VanVleet with 5.1 assists.

The Detroit Pistons, with a record of 4-6, are on a roll after winning three of their last four games. Their most recent victory was a thrilling 122-121 win over the Atlanta Hawks, where Cade Cunningham delivered a triple-double with 22 points, 13 assists, and 11 rebounds. Tobias Harris also contributed significantly with 22 points, six rebounds, and three blocks. The Pistons are averaging 107.9 points, 45.8 rebounds, 24.2 assists, 5.1 steals, and 5.7 blocks per game. Cunningham is a standout player, averaging 22.8 points and 8.2 assists.

The betting odds favor the Rockets, with a spread of -4.5 points and an over/under of 220.5 points. Historically, the Rockets have had the upper hand, winning six of their last ten games against the Pistons, including a recent 112-110 victory at Little Caesars Arena.

The game will be broadcast on SCHN and FDSDET, and can also be streamed live on fuboTV. The Rockets are expected to be without Steven Adams due to a knee injury, while the Pistons have Jalen Duren listed as questionable with an ankle issue.

Given the recent form and historical trends, the Rockets are predicted to win and cover the spread, although the Pistons’ recent performances suggest they could pose a significant challenge.