Pistons Aim for 13th Straight Win Against Struggling Pacers

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana — The Detroit Pistons (14-2) will visit the Indiana Pacers (2-14) for an NBA matchup on Monday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The game is set to tip off at 7 p.m. ET.

The Pistons currently ride a 12-game winning streak, having recently defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 129-116 on Saturday. Star guard Cade Cunningham led the charge with 29 points, 10 assists, and 8 rebounds. Jalen Duren contributed 19 points alongside 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Cunningham is averaging a career-high 27.4 points per game this season.

On the other side, the Pacers faced a 120-109 defeat against the Cleveland Cavaliers last Friday. Andrew Nembhard scored 32 points and provided 8 assists in that game. Unfortunately, the Pacers are in a rough stretch, currently sitting in second-to-last place in the Eastern Conference, and have lost nine of their last ten games. They are playing without their star guard Tyrese Haliburton, who is out for the season due to an Achilles injury sustained in the NBA Finals.

The Pistons previously faced the Pacers this season and won 127-112 on November 17, despite being without Cunningham. Jalen Duren excelled during that match, scoring 31 points and grabbing 15 rebounds. Many analysts believe the Pistons are well-positioned to cover the 10.5-point spread in this game.

Pistons coach Monty Williams expressed enthusiasm about the team’s current form and their opportunity to break a franchise record for consecutive wins. The Pacers, on the other hand, are struggling with injuries to several players and lack depth in their roster, making this matchup particularly challenging for them.

In terms of betting odds, the Pistons are favored by 10.5 points, and a total points line of 235.5 has been set for the game. Analysts predict that the Pistons’ winning streak will continue, given the current state of both teams.

As the game approaches, fans will be eagerly watching to see if the Pistons can maintain their dominance in the league.