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Hornets vs. Pistons prediction: Detroit favored to win Saturday's NBA matchup [12/20/2025]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Charlotte Hornets vs Detroit Pistons predictions for NBA Saturday.
The Detroit Pistons will face the Charlotte Hornets in NBA action at Little Caesars Arena on Saturday, beginning at 7:30 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations and today’s injury news, Dimers' advanced NBA model predicts the Pistons as the most likely winner of the Hornets vs. Pistons game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Pistons lineup will feature players like Cade Cunningham, Jalen Duren and Tobias Harris, while the Hornets will be led by LaMelo Ball, Brandon Miller and Miles Bridges.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Saturday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Hornets vs. Pistons prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NBA matchup between the Hornets and Pistons 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Pistons a 79% chance of beating the Hornets. Our predicted final score has the Pistons winning 120-111.
According to our model, the Hornets (+10.5) have a 54% chance of covering the spread, while the 233.5-point over/under has a 52% chance of staying under.
Hornets vs. Pistons odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Hornets | Pistons |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +10.5 (-110) | -10.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | +400 | -480 |
| Total | o233.5 (-108) | u233.5 (-112) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Hornets vs. Pistons picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Hornets +10.5 | -110 |
| Moneyline | Hornets | +400 |
| Total | Under 233.5 | -112 |
According to our best NBA bets, the top play to make on this game is Hornets +10.5 at the spread.
Hornets vs. Pistons player props
NBA player props are a great way to wager on the Charlotte vs. Detroit matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Little Caesars Arena.
LaMelo Ball is expected to lead the Hornets with 20 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists, while Cade Cunningham is projected to have 30 points, 6 rebounds and 9 assists for the Pistons.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Hornets prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Hornets are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LaMelo Ball | 20 | 5 | 7 | 3 | 42 |
| Brandon Miller | 20 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 38 |
| Miles Bridges | 19 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 37 |
| Kon Knueppel | 18 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 34 |
| R. Kalkbrenner | 8 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 22 |
Pistons prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Pistons:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cade Cunningham | 30 | 6 | 9 | 2 | 58 |
| Jalen Duren | 16 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 38 |
| Tobias Harris | 13 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 26 |
| Ausar Thompson | 11 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 26 |
| Jaden Ivey | 11 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 21 |
Hornets vs. Pistons game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's action between the Pistons and Hornets at Little Caesars Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:30 PM ET.
- Who: Charlotte Hornets vs. Detroit Pistons
- Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: Little Caesars Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Pistons, with a 79% win probability, will likely beat the Hornets on Saturday, with Cade Cunningham projected for a game-high 58 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Hornets vs. Pistons insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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