| MATCHUP | Detroit Pistons | Charlotte Hornets |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 58-22 | 43-37 |
| Spread | +4.5 -118 | -4.5 -102 |
| Moneyline | +136 | -162 |
| Total | Over 223.5 (-110) | Under 223.5 (-110) |
| Where | Spectrum Center, Charlotte, NC | |
| When | Friday, April 10, 2026 | |
| Time | 07:00 PM EDT | |
| TV | FanDuel SN SE | |
The Detroit Pistons invade the Spectrum Center to battle the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night. Here’s a Detroit Pistons vs. Charlotte Hornets Prediction. This article will include a Detroit Pistons vs. Charlotte Hornets Pick.
Detroit Pistons Betting Preview
The Detroit Pistons have been in great shape as they’ve won 13 of their last 17 games overall and they will be eager to keep it going after blowing past the slumping Bucks in a 137-111 home win on Wednesday. Jalen Duren led the team in scoring with 21 points on eight of nine shooting; Duncan Robinson added 20 points while Ronald Holland II chipped in with 18 points off the bench.
As a team, the Pistons shot a healthy 57 percent from the field and 14 of 30 from the 3-point line as they hit the ground running with 75 points in the first half to take a 17-point lead into halftime and they didn’t slow down until the lead swelled to 31 points. Cade Cunningham had a nice game of 13 points with 10 assists but played just 26 minutes as all the Pistons starters were pulled early in this contest.
Charlotte Hornets Betting Preview
Meanwhile, the Charlotte Hornets have been in similar form, as they’ve won 11 of their last 15 games overall, but they will be hoping to bounce back in this one after having their four-game win streak snapped by the red-hot Celtics in a 113-102 road defeat on Tuesday. LaMelo Ball led the team with 36 points and six assists; Brandon Miller added 20 points on eight of 16 shooting, while Kon Knueppel chipped in with 13 points and five assists.
As a team, the Hornets shot 43 percent from the field and 16 of 49 from the 3-point line as they got off to a quick start and jumped out to an 11-point lead, but they couldn’t hold off the Celtics and got outscored by 58-41 in the second half to fall well short in the end. Sion James had a rough game as he shot just one of seven from the field for his two points.
Why the Charlotte Hornets will win
- The Hornets have won each of their last six night games following a road loss.
- The Pistons have lost six of their last seven games at Spectrum Center when playing with a rest disadvantage.
- The Hornets have covered the spread in seven of their last eight games against the Pistons at Spectrum Center following a loss.
- The Pistons have failed to cover the spread in five of their last six games at Spectrum Center following a home win.
Why the Detroit Pistons will win
- The Pistons have won each of their last seven games as road underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The Hornets have lost five of their last six games as favorites against Central Division opponents following a loss.
- The Pistons have covered the spread in each of their last seven games as road underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The Hornets have failed to cover the spread in each of their last three games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a winning record.
Total Points: Facts
- Each of the Pistons’ last six games at Spectrum Center following a home win has gone UNDER the total points line.
- Ten of the last 11 night games between the Pistons and Hornets have gone UNDER the total points line.
Charlotte Hornets Player Facts
- Brandon Miller ranks 2nd amongst qualified Forwards for FT% (89.3%) this season.
- Ryan Kalkbrenner ranks 6th amongst qualified players for blocks per 36 minutes (2.5) this season.
Detroit Pistons Player Facts
- Cade Cunningham has recorded three games with 10+ assists and zero turnovers this season—more than any player in the league.
- Duncan Robinson ranks 13th amongst qualified players for three-pointers made per 36 minutes (3.8) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Hornets rank 1st in the league for opponent free throw attempts per game this season (20.5).
- The Hornets have missed the playoffs in nine consecutive seasons—the longest active streak in the NBA.
- The Pistons rank 1st in the league for blocks per game this season (6.4).
- The Pistons rank 1st in the league for opponent turnovers per game this season (16.9).
Detroit Pistons vs Charlotte Hornets Prediction
The Pistons could be shorthanded for this one with Kevin Huerter listed as questionable with an illness, while the Hornets have ruled out PJ Hall with Coby White listed as a game-time decision. These teams have already met twice this season, with the Pistons winning both meetings, so it’s a little surprising to see them as slight underdogs in this one, especially now that they’re almost back to full health. The Hornets are certainly good enough to get some revenge with a win here, but the Pistons are on a roll right now and I think they represent great value as the underdogs here.