Pistons vs. Heat Predictions and Odds - Dec 23, 2021

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Pistons vs. Heat Predictions and Odds - Dec 23, 2021

The Miami Heat face the Detroit Pistons in NBA action at FTX Arena on Thursday, starting at 7:30PM EST.

Dimers' best betting picks for Pistons vs. Heat, as well as game predictions, best odds and player props, are featured in this article.

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Who will win Pistons vs. Heat?

Based on state-of-the-art computer power and data, Dimers.com has simulated Thursday's Pistons-Heat NBA matchup 10,000 times.

Dimers' famous predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, gives the Heat an 82% chance of getting the W against the Pistons.

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Point Spread, Moneyline and Over/Under

The Heat are -12.5 favorites versus the Pistons, with -110 at BetMGM the best odds available.

For the underdog Pistons (+12.5) to cover the spread, BetMGM also has the best odds on offer at -110.

BetMGM has the best moneyline odds for the Heat at -769. That means you can risk $769 to win $100, for a total payout of $869, if they get the W.

Meanwhile, FanDuel Sportsbook has the best moneyline odds for the Pistons at +570, where you can bet $100 to profit $570, earning a total payout of $670, if they win.

The Over/Under is set at 207.5 with BetMGM, which has the best odds for the Over at -110, as well as the best odds for the Under at -110.

As always, check out the sportsbooks you can bet with in your state for the best NBA odds and lines.

According to DimersBOT, the Pistons (+12.5) are a 55% chance of covering the spread, while the Over/Under total of 207.5 points is a 51% chance of going Over.

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Best Bets for Pistons vs. Heat

  • Spread: Pistons +12.5 at -110 with BetMGM (55% probability)
  • Moneyline: Pistons Win at +570 with FanDuel Sportsbook (3.5% edge)
  • Over/Under: Over 207.5 at -110 with BetMGM (51% probability)

 

While the Heat are more likely to win the game, according to DimersBOT, taking the Pistons moneyline is the best option due to the 3.5% edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds.

Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Dimers is one of the keys to being a profitable sports bettor in the long run.

Pistons vs. Heat Score Prediction

Dimers.com's predicted final score for Detroit vs. Miami at FTX Arena on Thursday has the Heat winning 109-98.

Use our widget below to explore the latest Spread, Over/Under and Moneyline probabilities and odds for the game, and click or tap on See Matchup for more.

 

Dimers has full coverage of Thursday's Pistons-Heat matchup, including pre-game predictions, computer picks, and live updates.

Pistons vs. Heat Player Props

Looking for Detroit vs. Miami prop bets and player prop picks? DimersBOT uses the best information available to project key individual stats for each team, such as points, rebounds and assists.

Hamidou Diallo is expected to lead the Pistons with 17 points, 8 rebounds and 1 assists, while Max Strus is projected to have 17 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists for the Heat.

Pistons Projected Box Score

  • Hamidou Diallo: 17 PTS, 8 REB, 1 AST
  • Saddiq Bey: 16 PTS, 6 REB, 3 AST
  • Trey Lyles: 14 PTS, 8 REB, 2 AST
  • Frank Jackson: 12 PTS, 2 REB, 1 AST
  • Josh Jackson: 11 PTS, 4 REB, 3 AST

Heat Projected Box Score

  • Max Strus: 17 PTS, 5 REB, 2 AST
  • Tyler Herro: 16 PTS, 5 REB, 4 AST
  • Kyle Lowry: 14 PTS, 5 REB, 9 AST
  • Duncan Robinson: 13 PTS, 4 REB, 2 AST
  • Gabe Vincent: 12 PTS, 3 REB, 4 AST

Don't forget, DimersBOT updates often, so keep an eye on this article for any changes to our betting insights before Pistons vs. Heat on Thursday December 23, 2021.

 

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Pistons vs. Heat 2021 Game Info

When do the Heat play the Pistons?

  • Date: Thursday December 23, 2021
  • Time: 7:30PM EST / 4:30PM PST
  • Venue: FTX Arena

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Kevin Hansen specializes in NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL content, using data-driven insights for sports betting. He provides simple, actionable betting tips to help bettors find an edge and pick winners.

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