Cleveland Cavaliers vs Detroit Pistons Prediction, Odds and Picks for Today, 10/27/25

The market continues to hang short numbers on Cleveland out of respect for last season’s body of work, but Detroit’s early play suggests they’re being undervalued here. The Cavs may have won 9 of the last 10 in this series, but that dominance feels dated.

Cleveland’s 2-1 start is solid but hardly dominant — a narrow win at Brooklyn and a modest victory over Milwaukee, preceded by a loss at the Knicks by near double digits. Detroit, on the other hand, has shown real character, storming back from 23 down at Chicago before ultimately losing but then earning quality wins at Houston and over Boston. This is a team that looks every bit the playoff hopeful and not a one-hit wonder.

This short line tells us everything: despite history favoring Cleveland, oddsmakers have made the Cavs the shortest favorite in this series in recent memory. That suggests parity — and perhaps even a quiet lean toward Detroit even if it appears otherwise. The Pistons are confident, playing at home, and carrying momentum. With both the number and situational setup in their favor, Detroit offers clear value. Pistons outright.

Cavaliers vs. Pistons prediction: Detroit ML (+115). Playable at that number.

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