| MATCHUP | LA Clippers | Detroit Pistons |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 15-23 | 28-10 |
| Where | Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI | |
| When | Saturday, January 10, 2026 | |
| Time | 07:30 PM EST | |
| TV | FanDuel SN DET Ext | |
The Detroit Pistons play host to the Los Angeles Clippers at Little Caesars Arena on Saturday night. Here’s a LA Clippers vs Detroit Pistons Prediction. This article will include a LA Clippers vs Detroit Pistons Pick.
Los Angeles Clippers Betting Preview
The Los Angeles Clippers have been in great shape as they’ve won eight of their last 10 games overall and they will be eager to keep it going after running past the Nets in a 121-105 road win last night. James Harden led the team with 31 points and six assists on 10 of 13 shooting, Kawhi Leonard added 26 points with five assists on nine of 15 shooting while Jordan Miller chipped in with 21 points off the bench.
As a team, the Clippers shot a healthy 59 percent from the field and 14 of 24 from the 3-point line as they set the tone with 35 points in the first quarter to take a 16-point lead into halftime. Before they went on another push in the third quarter to lead by as many as 23 points.
Detroit Pistons Betting Preview
Meanwhile, the Detroit Pistons are starting to heat up again as they’ve won four of their last five games overall and they will be aiming for a fourth straight victory after trouncing the Bulls in a 108-93 win on Wednesday. Isaiah Stewart led the team with 31 points on 14 of 17 shooting, Duncan Robinson added 12 points while Ausar Thompson and Javonte Green each scored 11 points.
As a team, the Pistons shot 49 percent from the field and 12 of 33 from the 3-point line as they battled with the Bulls in a tight contest all the way until the fourth quarter. The Pistons outscored the Bulls by 32-16 to pull away and win comfortably without the injured Cade Cunningham who has carried their offense this season.
Why the Detroit Pistons will win
- The Pistons have won each of their last seven games when playing with a rest advantage.
- The Clippers have lost 12 of their last 13 road games against teams that held a winning record.
- The Clippers have failed to cover the spread in five of their last six road games against Central Division opponents.
- The Pistons have covered the spread in four of their last five home games.
Why the Los Angeles Clippers will win
- The Pistons have lost each of their last seven games at Little Caesars Arena against Pacific Division opponents that held a losing record.
- The Clippers have won four of their last five games as underdogs.
- The Pistons have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games as home favorites against opponents who are on the second leg of a back-to-back.
- The Clippers have covered the spread in four of their last five games as underdogs.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Pistons’ last four home games have gone UNDER the total points line.
- Each of the Clippers’ last four road games on the second leg of a back-to-back have gone UNDER the total points line.
Detroit Pistons Player Facts
- Ausar Thompson ranks 10th amongst qualified players for steals per 36 minutes (2.1) this season.
- Duncan Robinson ranks T27th amongst qualified players for three-pointers made per game (2.7) this season.
Los Angeles Clippers Player Facts
- James Harden is one of only four players to have recorded a 40+ point triple-double this season.
- John Collins ranks 3rd amongst qualified Centers for 3P% (39.4%) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Pistons rank 30th in the league for opponent free throw percentage this season (81.1%).
- The Pistons rank 30th in the league for opponent free throws made per game this season (22.8).
- The Clippers rank 30th in the league for field goal attempts per game this season (83.0).
- The Clippers rank 29th in the league for field goals made per game this season (39.4).
LA Clippers vs Detroit Pistons Prediction
The Clippers are still missing Bradley Beal, Derrick Jones Jr and Bogdan Bogdanovic, while the Pistons have ruled out Jalen Duren and Tobias Harris with Cade Cunningham upgraded to questionable for this one. These teams last met on Dec 28 and it was the Clippers who romped to a 112-99 win at home. They’ve been in great form since that meeting and could be catching a bit of a break if Cade Cunningham isn’t able to suit up for the Pistons again. This should be a close one, so while I expect the Pistons to secure the win, I think this one goes down to the wire, so I will take any points I can get.