New Orleans Pelicans

New Orleans Pelicans vs Detroit Pistons Prediction, Odds and Picks for Today, 03/26/26

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25-48Record52-20
43-28-2ATS Record39-33-0
37-36O/U Record32-40
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Pelicans vs Pistons Pickswise Expert Predictions

Point Spread Pick
NO Pelicans +4.5(-110)

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The New Orleans Pelicans travel to face the Detroit Pistons in a matchup that looks more competitive than the standings suggest, largely due to a major injury for Detroit. The Pistons enter 52-20, but will be without Cade Cunningham, who is sidelined with a collapsed lung and expected to miss extended time. Cunningham has been the engine of Detroit’s offense, averaging 24.5 points and 9.9 assists, and his absence significantly impacts their ability to generate consistent scoring. This game also marks Detroit’s first no rest situation without him, adding another layer of difficulty as they adjust without their primary playmaker.

The Pelicans enter with a losing record but have shown improved form recently, going 6-4 in their last 10 games while playing more competitive basketball. Led by Zion Williamson (21.4 PPG, 3.3 APG), New Orleans has found more balance offensively and has been better defensively in recent outings. Detroit still has depth and physicality, especially with Jalen Duren anchoring the interior, but their offensive efficiency has taken a hit without Cunningham. With Detroit adjusting on the fly in a back to back spot and missing its most important player, this matchup sets up as a tighter contest than expected, giving this underrated New Orleans squad a strong chance to keep it close throughout.

Pelicans vs Pistons prediction: Pelicans +4.5 (-110) available at time of publishing. Playable to +3.5.

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Money Line

The Pelicans have lost 5 of their last 6 games on the road.

Point Spread

The Pelicans are 4-0-1 ATS in their last 5 games as an underdog.

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