The Indiana Pacers (9-32) and Detroit Pistons (29-10) will face off in the NBA tonight. Tipoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET from Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Mich. The game will broadcast live on FDSIN.
The Pistons are 12.5-point favorites over the Pacers on the spread, with the over/under set at 226.5 total points. The Pistons are -700 favorites to win outright on the moneyline, while the Pacers are +500 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Pacers vs. Pistons predictions and NBA picks for Saturday, January 17.
Pacers vs Pistons Prediction
- Pacers vs Pistons pick: Under 226.5 (-110)
My Pacers vs Pistons best bet is on Under at 226.5 total points, but make sure to find the best odds by checking our live NBA odds page.
Pacers vs Pistons Odds
| Pacers Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+12.5 -110 | 226.5 -115o / -105u | +500 |
| Pistons Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-12.5 -110 | 226.5 -115o / -105u | -700 |
Pacers vs Pistons NBA Preview
The Pacers enter this game still seeking consistency. With a 10-31 record and just 2-16 on the road, they sit last in the Eastern Conference, though they are coming off a win against the New Orleans Pelicans (127-119).
Road games have been a major issue for Indiana all season, and this matchup won’t make things any easier. As they continue their road trip, the Pacers will look to carry over some momentum from their most recent victory.
Detroit, meanwhile, has been outstanding this season.
The Pistons hold a 29-10 record (15-4 at home) and sit atop the Eastern Conference standings. This will be their fifth straight game at Little Caesars Arena, where they’ve been especially strong.
The Pistons are in good shape on the injury front, with Cade Cunningham (wrist) and Ausar Thompson (heel) both listed as probable and expected to play.
Indiana continues to deal with injuries, as Bennedict Mathurin (thumb) remains out, though his return is expected later in this road trip.
Pacers vs Pistons Prediction, Betting Analysis
Evan Abram's Reverse Line Movement Unders fits perfectly in this matchup, as this system identifies value on the Under in division games where the total drops despite the public leaning Over (40% or less of bets).
The reverse movement of the line suggests sharp action is backing the Under. Division familiarity often leads to tighter, lower-scoring games, enhancing the edge.
Pick: Under 226.5 (-110)
Spread
I'm not betting either side of the spread in this matchup.
Moneyline
No play on the moneyline.
Over/Under
My Pistons vs Pacers betting prediction is on the Under at 226.5 total points.
