Pistons vs Heat Prediction and NBA Tips - 17 December 2024
Last updated: Dec 17, 2024, 12:09AM | Published: Dec 16, 2024, 12:40AM
The Detroit Pistons will take on the Miami Heat in NBA action at Little Caesars Arena on Tuesday, commencing at 11:00am AEDT.
Led by the likes of Cade Cunningham, Jaden Ivey and Malik Beasley, the Pistons are looking to overcome a Heat line-up that includes Tyler Herro, Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Pistons vs Heat game, plus the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Tuesday's Detroit vs Miami NBA game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Heat a 65% chance of winning against the Pistons at Little Caesars Arena.
Pistons vs Heat: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Tuesday's NBA game at Little Caesars Arena are shown here:
- Head to Head: Pistons $2.60, Heat $1.53
- Line: Pistons +4.5 ($1.91), Heat -4.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 219 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Pistons at $2.60 and the Heat at $1.53.
The Pistons are listed as 4.5-point underdogs against the Heat, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Heat (-4.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 219 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Pistons (+4.5) are predicted to cover the line 52% of the time, while the 219-point over/under is expected to go over 51% of the time.
Pistons vs Heat: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Detroit at $2.60 with Bet365
- Line: Pistons +4.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 219 at $1.91 with Bet365
Stats Insider's Pistons vs Heat predictions are based on market-leading simulations and wagering intelligence to bring you the best possible advice around the clock.
While the Heat have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pistons to win is our recommended option because of the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
Taking advantage of the edges seen on Stats Insider is one of the keys to achieving long-term profitability.
Pistons vs Heat: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Pistons vs Heat at Little Caesars Arena on Tuesday is the Heat winning 112-107.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Detroit vs Miami game on Tuesday, including data-driven predictions and free betting tips.
Pistons vs Heat: Player Props
Player props are a common way to bet on Pistons vs Heat without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to project individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.
Cade Cunningham is expected to lead the way for the Pistons with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists, while Tyler Herro is projected to finish with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the Heat.
Pistons Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cade Cunningham | 22 | 6 | 9 |
| Jaden Ivey | 15 | 3 | 4 |
| Malik Beasley | 11 | 3 | 2 |
| Jalen Duren | 10 | 10 | 2 |
| Tim Hardaway | 10 | 3 | 2 |
Heat Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Herro | 24 | 5 | 6 |
| Jimmy Butler | 21 | 5 | 6 |
| Bam Adebayo | 18 | 10 | 5 |
| Duncan Robinson | 12 | 3 | 3 |
| Terry Rozier | 12 | 3 | 3 |
Remember, our model updates regularly, so refresh this page for the latest betting analysis before the Detroit vs Miami match-up.
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Pistons vs Heat: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Pistons and Heat at Little Caesars Arena is scheduled to begin at 11:00am AEDT on Tuesday.
- Teams: Detroit Pistons vs Miami Heat
- Date: Tuesday 17 December 2024
- Time: 11:00am AEDT
- Venue: Little Caesars Arena
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Detroit vs Miami predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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