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Golden State vs Detroit: NBA Match Prediction
On October 14, the Golden State Warriors will host the Detroit Pistons in an NBA preseason matchup at Chase Center in San Francisco. The Warriors have kicked off their preparation for the new season with three consecutive victories. Can Steve Kerr's team continue their success in front of their home fans? Discover our predictions and betting tips to find the best options.
Command Analysis
Golden State Warriors
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On October 12, Golden State faced off against Sacramento at home, securing a hard-fought victory with a final score of 109-106. Moses Moody was the standout performer, scoring 23 points and grabbing three rebounds. Jonathan Kuminga contributed 19 points while Buddy Hield added ten.
This summer, the team saw the departure of bench players Daikwon Plowden, Yuri Collins, and Javan Johnson. Veteran Stephen Curry was re-signed, and key players Draymond Green and Andrew Wiggins remained on the roster. The team also acquired Kyle Anderson from Minnesota and Buddy Hield from Philadelphia.
Injuries and Suspensions
Curry's participation in the upcoming game is in question, as he injured his finger in the last match. Andrew Wiggins will be unavailable for the game against the Kings due to medical reasons. Coach Kerr confirmed that Wiggins will not return until at least Monday.
Betting Insights
Golden State boasts a three-point shooting percentage of 38%, ranking them seventh in the league for the 2023/24 season.
Projected Lineup
Draymond Green - De'Anthony Melton - Gary Payton - Buddy Hield - Kyle Anderson.
Detroit Pistons
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On October 12, the Detroit Pistons defeated the Phoenix Suns on the road with a score of 109-91. Cade Cunningham was a key contributor to the victory, scoring 25 points, grabbing 12 rebounds, and dishing out nine assists. Tobias Harris added 22 points while Jaden Ivey chipped in 16 and Isaiah Stewart contributed 11.
During the summer, head coach Monty Williams parted ways with the team. JB Bickerstaff, who was previously released by the Cleveland Cavaliers, took over the coaching duties. The Pistons managed to retain the core players. In the 2024 draft, they selected 19-year-old Ron Holland with the fifth overall pick. Tobias Harris was acquired from the Philadelphia 76ers.
Injuries and Absences
Ausar Thompson will miss the game due to illness (flu), along with Bobby Clintman who has a calf injury.
Interesting Betting Facts
Detroit's assist percentage stands at 25.5 percent per game, ranking 22nd in the league for the 2023/24 season.
Projected Lineup
Jalen Duren - Cade Cunningham - Malik Beasley - Tobias Harris - Tim Hardaway.
Trends
Bet Total points for Detroit over 109.5
The Pistons average 109.2 points
1.81Bet Cunningham total points over 22.5
Cunningham averages 22.7 points per game
1.87Tip and bets
Sports betting experts consider the Golden State Warriors as the clear favorites in the upcoming matchup. They believe that the Detroit Pistons face minimal chances of victory. This aligns with recent events, as the Warriors recently triumphed over the Sacramento Kings at home. Steve Kerr's squad showcases impressive performance on their home court, and this time, the San Francisco players are set to delight their fans.
Our prediction is a Golden State victory with a spread of -4.5 points, including overtime, at 1.81.
Betting on Individual Totals
The Golden State Warriors displayed impressive scoring last season, averaging 117.8 points per game, ranking eighth in the league. At home, this average slightly increased to 117.9. This matchup suggests the Warriors could significantly enhance their scoring statistics.
Our prediction is that the Golden State individual total will exceed 111.5 points, including overtime, at odds of 1.90.
Player Prop Bet
Stephen Curry participated in 74 games last season, averaging 26.7 points per game. At 36 years old, he has certainly maintained his skill set over the summer. Curry has the potential to pose a significant challenge to a strong opponent's defense.
Our prediction is that Curry will score more than 27.5 points, including overtime, at odds of 1.87.
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