Game Details:

Matchup: Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Detroit Pistons

Date & Time: Saturday, March 15, 2025 | 7:00 PM ET

Venue: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, Michigan

Betting Line: Thunder -8.5 | Over/Under: 225.5

Key Storylines

Thunder Eyeing Playoff Positioning

Oklahoma City continues to build on a strong season, currently jockeying for position in the Western Conference playoff race. Led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Thunder have been an efficient offensive team, ranking in the top 10 in offensive rating this year.

Pistons Struggles Persist

It has been another tough season for the Detroit Pistons, who find themselves near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings. Despite the emergence of Cade Cunningham as a potential All-Star caliber player, Detroit has struggled with consistency on both ends of the floor.

Recent Matchup History

These two teams have met twice already this season, with the Thunder winning both contests convincingly. The Pistons will look for a better showing at home but face a tough challenge against a red-hot Oklahoma City squad.

Injury Report

Oklahoma City Thunder:

• Out: Chet Holmgren (ankle)
• Questionable: Jalen Williams (knee)

Detroit Pistons:

• Out: Ausar Thompson (wrist), Isaiah Stewart (shoulder)
• Questionable: Cade Cunningham (ankle)

Betting Trends

Against the Spread (ATS):

• Thunder: 38-25 ATS this season
• Pistons: 22-41 ATS this season

Over/Under Trends:

• The total has gone over in 36 of Oklahoma City’s 63 games
• The total has gone under in 35 of Detroit’s 63 games

Home and Away Splits:

• Thunder: 18-12 on the road this season
• Pistons: 10-24 at home this season

Player Prop to Watch

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Thunder) – Points Total: 27.5
With Chet Holmgren out, SGA may have an even bigger role in the offense. He has scored 30+ points in three of his last five games.

Cade Cunningham (Pistons) – Assists Total: 6.5
If Cunningham plays, he’s expected to be the primary facilitator. With the Thunder’s aggressive defense, he could look to create more scoring opportunities for his teammates.

Prediction & Best Bets

Spread: Oklahoma City -8.5 → The Thunder should comfortably take care of business given the Pistons’ struggles this season.

Total: Under 225.5 → Detroit has been inconsistent offensively, and without key pieces, this game could stay under.

Player Prop: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Over 27.5 points → With Holmgren sidelined, OKC will rely even more on their star.

Expect the Thunder to continue their dominance over the struggling Pistons. Oklahoma City’s depth and firepower should give them a smooth victory.

Final Score Prediction: Thunder 118, Pistons 102