LiontipsWashington vs Detroit. Prediction and Betting Tips for NBA
Command Analysis
Wasington got off to a strong start of a new season, getting two victories in three games - over Indiana (114:107) and Chicago (102:100). Team suffered the only defeat to Cleveland (107:117) in overtime, Wes Unseld's men had a chance to win this game as well. The Wizards have a great chance to climb even higher from their 7th spot in the Eastern Conference standings.
Detroit managed to get their only victory in the first match of the season. Team earned a home win over the Orlando Magic (113:109). After that, Dwane Casey's men have suffered two away defeats to New York (106:130) and Indiana (115:124). Pistons seem to unable to win away from home, so they are unlikely to put up a fight for a play-off spot.
Trends
СтавкаWashington to not lose the first quarter
Club didn't lose the first quarter in four of five latest head-to-head matches held in Washington
СтавкаFirst quarter: total under 56,5 points
This bet played in four of five latest head-to-head matches held in the capital
Tip and bets
Washington got off to a great start of the season, team surely has the ability to get closer to the top of the standings. The Wizards are quite successful in home matches against Detroit and we are expecting another victory from the hosts.
Our prediction - Handicap (-5) points on Detroit Pistons
Both clubs are averaging more than 100 points per game, but we are not expecting a strong offensive performance today. Detroit need to climb out of the bottom, so visitors will improve their defensive performance. The Wizards are unlikely to score many points against a defensive-minded team.
Our second bet is on total under 222,5 points
