| MATCHUP | Detroit Pistons | Orlando Magic |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 44-14 | 31-27 |
| Spread | -5.5 -108 | +5.5 -112 |
| Moneyline | -205 | +170 |
| Total | Over 223.5 (-105) | Under 223.5 (-115) |
| Where | Kia Center, Orlando, FL | |
| When | Sunday, March 1, 2026 | |
| Time | 06:00 PM EST | |
| TV | FanDuel SN FL | |
The Detroit Pistons and Orlando Magic meet Sunday in NBA action at the Kia Center. Here’s a Detroit Pistons vs. Orlando Magic prediction. This article will include a Detroit Pistons vs. Orlando Magic pick.
Detroit Pistons Betting Preview
The Detroit Pistons beat the Thunder and Cavs, and they play the Cavs next. The Pistons have won 16 of their last 20 games.
The Detroit Pistons are averaging 117.4 points on 7.9 percent shooting and allowing 109.5 points on 44 percent shooting. Cade Cunningham is averaging 25.4 points and 5.7 rebounds, while Jalen Duren is averaging 18.2 points and 1.7 assists. Tobias Harris is the third double-digit scorer, and Duncan Robinson is grabbing 2.7 rebounds. The Detroit Pistons are shooting 34.9 percent from beyond the arc and 75.7 percent from the free-throw line. The Detroit Pistons are allowing 34.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 46 rebounds per game.
Orlando Magic Betting Preview
The Orlando Magic beat the Lakers, lost to the Rockets, and play the Wizards next. The Magic have won 6 of their last 9 games.
The Orlando Magic are averaging 115.1 points on 46.3 percent shooting and allowing 114.6 points on 47.7 percent shooting. Paolo Banchero is averaging 21.5 points and 5 assists, while Franz Wagner is averaging 21.3 points and 5.8 rebounds. Desmond Bane is the third double-digit scorer, and Anthony Black is grabbing 4 rebounds. The Orlando Magic are shooting 34.4 percent from beyond the arc and 79.8 percent from the free-throw line. The Orlando Magic are allowing 35.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.5 rebounds per game.
Why the Orlando Magic will win
- The Magic have won each of their last six games against the Pistons at the Kia Center.
- The Pistons have lost eight of their last nine games following an overtime win.
- The Magic have covered the spread in each of their last five games against the Pistons at the Kia Center.
- The Pistons have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games at the Kia Center against Magic teams that held a winning record.
Why the Detroit Pistons will win
- The Pistons have won 12 of their last 13 games against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The Magic have lost each of their last four home games when playing with a rest advantage.
- The road team has covered the spread in each of the Magic’s last six games.
- The Magic have failed to cover the spread in each of their last five home games when playing with a rest advantage.
Total Points: Facts
- Five of the Magic’s last six home games have gone OVER the total points line.
- Five of the Pistons’ last six road games following a home win have gone UNDER the total points line.
Orlando Magic Player Facts
- Anthony Black ranks 7th in the league for fast break points (204) this season.
- Jalen Suggs is one of only 11 players in the league to have recorded 4+ steals in consecutive games this season.
Detroit Pistons Player Facts
- Ausar Thompson ranks 3rd amongst qualified players for steals per 36 minutes (2.6) this season.
- Paul Reed ranks 5th amongst qualified players for steals per 36 minutes (2.4) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Magic rank second in the league for opponent three-point field goals made per game this season (11.8).
- The Magic rank second in the league for free throw attempts per game this season (26.6).
- 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 (17.3).
Detroit Pistons vs Orlando Magic Injury Report
The Magic will be without Franz Wagner.
The Pistons don’t have any players listed on their injury report.
Detroit Pistons vs Orlando Magic Prediction
The Magic just aren’t consistent enough to trust against good teams, and they’re 24-33-1 ATS on the season. The Pistons keep winning as they hope to earn the best record in the NBA, and they’re 20-7 SU on the road. The Pistons are also a profitable 31-26-1 ATS on the season. We know what we’re getting with the Pistons every night regardless of venue or competition. I can’t say the same about the Magic. The line is reasonable. I have to back the Pistons in this spot.