Rockets vs Pistons Prediction and NBA Tips - 21 January 2025
Last updated: Jan 20, 2025, 7:10PM | Published: Jan 19, 2025, 11:27PM
The Houston Rockets will face the Detroit Pistons in NBA action at Toyota Center on Tuesday, starting at 6:00am AEDT.
Led by the likes of Alperen Sengun, Jalen Green and Fred VanVleet, the Rockets are up against a Pistons team that includes Cade Cunningham, Malik Beasley and Tobias Harris.
This article features Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Rockets vs Pistons game, along with the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Using trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Tuesday's Houston vs Detroit NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Rockets a 72% chance of beating the Pistons at Toyota Center.
Rockets vs Pistons: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Tuesday's NBA game at Toyota Center are shown here:
- Head to Head: Rockets $1.30, Pistons $3.65
- Line: Rockets -8 ($1.91), Pistons +8 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 224 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 Rockets at $1.30 and the Pistons at $3.65.
The Rockets are 8-point favourites against the Pistons, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Pistons (+8) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 224 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Pistons (+8) are predicted to cover the line 52% of the time, while the 224-point over/under is expected to go over 51% of the time.
Rockets vs Pistons: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Detroit at $3.65 with Bet365
- Line: Pistons +8 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 224 at $1.91 with Bet365
Today's Rockets vs Pistons predictions are based on market-leading simulations and betting intelligence to help you place more informed bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Rockets have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pistons to win is our recommended option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Making use of the edges published on Stats Insider is pivotal to being profitable in the long run.
Rockets vs Pistons: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Rockets vs Pistons at Toyota Center this Tuesday is the Rockets prevailing 115-108.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Houston vs Detroit game on Tuesday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
Rockets vs Pistons: Player Props
Looking for Rockets vs Pistons player props? Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to predict how each team's leading players will perform at Toyota Center.
Alperen Sengun is expected to lead the way for the Rockets with 22 points, 10 rebounds and 6 assists, while Cade Cunningham is projected to finish with 28 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists for the Pistons.
Rockets Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alperen Sengun | 22 | 10 | 6 |
| Jalen Green | 21 | 5 | 3 |
| Fred VanVleet | 15 | 4 | 6 |
| Amen Thompson | 15 | 10 | 4 |
| Dillon Brooks | 13 | 4 | 2 |
Pistons Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cade Cunningham | 28 | 7 | 9 |
| Malik Beasley | 14 | 3 | 2 |
| Tobias Harris | 14 | 7 | 3 |
| Tim Hardaway | 12 | 3 | 1 |
| Jalen Duren | 10 | 10 | 2 |
Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep checking this page for the latest betting predictions before the Houston vs Detroit match-up.
As always, see our Best Bets for betting tips for every NBA game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Rockets vs Pistons: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Rockets and Pistons at Toyota Center is scheduled to start at 6:00am AEDT on Tuesday.
- Teams: Houston Rockets vs Detroit Pistons
- Date: Tuesday 21 January 2025
- Time: 6:00am AEDT
- Venue: Toyota Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Houston vs Detroit predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge 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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