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Read Article Thunder vs. Pistons Prediction: Oklahoma City Predicted to Win Saturday's NBA Matchup [3/15/2025]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Our expert prediction for Saturday's Oklahoma City Thunder vs Detroit Pistons matchup.
The Detroit Pistons will take on the Oklahoma City Thunder in NBA action at Little Caesars Arena on Saturday, beginning at 7:00PM ET.
Based on updated simulations and today’s injury reports, Dimers' proven NBA model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Thunder as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Our team has used the latest data to run 10,000 simulations of Saturday's Oklahoma City-Detroit game," said Damien Souness from Dimers.
"By incorporating recent updates and various other inputs, we estimate that the Thunder are more likely to win, while the Pistons have a lower chance of victory."
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Pistons lineup will feature players like Cade Cunningham, Malik Beasley and Tobias Harris, while the Thunder will rely on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Aaron Wiggins and Isaiah Joe.
For expanded analysis of Saturday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Thunder vs. Pistons predictions page.
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Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NBA game between the Thunder and Pistons 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Thunder a 67% chance of defeating the Pistons. Our predicted final score has the Thunder winning 117-112.
According to our model, the Thunder (-4.5) have a 51% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 230.5 points has a 51% chance of staying under.
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Thunder vs. Pistons Odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Thunder | Pistons |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -4.5 (-105) | +4.5 (-115) |
| Moneyline | -180 | +154 |
| Total | o230.5 (-108) | u230.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Thunder vs. Pistons Picks and Best Bets
Our model's strongest edge in today's Thunder vs. Pistons matchup is on the moneyline.
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Thunder vs. Pistons Player Props
Betting on Thunder vs. Pistons NBA player props? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Little Caesars Arena.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is expected to lead the Thunder in scoring, while Cade Cunningham is projected to be the top scorer for the Pistons.
Dimers Pro users can access a full range of player props and projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and more, for every NBA game this season.
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Thunder vs. Pistons Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Saturday's action between the Pistons and Thunder at Little Caesars Arena is scheduled to commence at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Detroit Pistons
- Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Little Caesars Arena
Dimers.com's comprehensive preview of Saturday's Thunder vs. Pistons matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
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Conclusion
We predict the Thunder, with a 67% win probability, will likely beat the Pistons on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Thunder vs. Pistons insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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