Cavaliers vs Pistons Picks and Prediction – 3/28/2025

The Friday NBA schedule will tip-off with a matchup between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Detroit Pistons from Little Caesars Arena. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Cavaliers (59-14) have won 28 of their first 37 road games and trail Oklahoma City by 1.5 games for the best overall record in the NBA. Last night, Cleveland knocked down 17-for-48 from the three-point line during a 124-116 home victory versus San Antonio. 

Cleveland C Jarrett Allen tallied a game-high 29 points on 10-for-11 shooting and grabbed 15 rebounds. All-Star G Donovan Mitchell contributed 25 points, 14 assists, and eight rebounds. Max Strus added 18 points and four assists for the Cavaliers, who assisted on 33 of 46 made field goals. 

The Detroit Pistons are four games above .500 at home and hold a half-game lead over Milwaukee for fifth place in the Eastern Conference standings. The Pistons (40-32) rank ninth in the league in defensive efficiency and are allowing a shade below 113 points per contest. On Wednesday, Detroit built a 26-point halftime advantage and cruised to a 122-96 home victory versus San Antonio. 

Marcus Sasser led all scores with 27 points on 9-for-12 shooting in just 26 minutes off the Detroit bench. Veteran F Tobias Harris chipped in 15 points, eight rebounds, and four assists. Ausar Thompson and Jalen Duren added 14 points each for the Pistons, who connected on 15-for-31 from long distance. 

Cleveland F Evan Mobley (rest) did not suit up for Thursday’s victory and is expected to play in this contest. These two teams rank in the top ten of the league in defensive efficiency, so the under is worth a look. The stronger play is on the Pistons to cover at home. Final Score Prediction, Cleveland Cavaliers win 116-112.