Pistons vs. Hornets: Predictions, Odds & Top NBA Bets for April 10
The Detroit Pistons clinched the Eastern Conference No. 1 seed on Wednesday. Cade Cunningham returned from a collapsed lung and posted 13 points, five rebounds and 10 assists in 26 minutes against Milwaukee.
The Charlotte Hornets remain in the Eastern play-in mix. They have risen into the top 10 in net rating this season and could face Detroit in the first playoff round.
Game details and betting odds
The matchup is scheduled for Friday, April 10, at 7:00 p.m. EST. The game will be played at the Spectrum Center and televised locally on FanDuel Sports Network.
| Line | Market |
|---|---|
| Spread | Pistons +2.5 (-110) | Hornets -2.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | Pistons +120 | Hornets -145 |
| Total | 222.5 (Over -110 / Under -110) |
| Odds source | DraftKings Sportsbook (subject to change) |
Team records
- Detroit Pistons: 58-22.
- Charlotte Hornets: 43-37.
Injury reports
Detroit Pistons
- Kevin Huerter – questionable.
- Isaac Jones – out.
- Wendell Moore Jr. – out.
Charlotte Hornets
- Coby White – probable.
- Tosan Evbuomwan – out.
- PJ Hall – out.
- Tidjane Salaun – out.
- Antonio Reeves – out.
- Liam McNeeley – out.
Player prop pick
The top player prop to consider is Kon Knueppel UNDER his usual scoring mark. He averages over 18 points this season but has cooled lately.
Knueppel has averaged 14.5 points over his last 10 games while shooting 40 percent. He failed to reach 15 points in seven of those games, including two sub-10 outings. Detroit ranks among the league’s best defenses, which supports an under play.
Prediction and best bet
The Pistons have little left to play for after clinching the top seed. Charlotte needs wins to solidify its standing and has been strong since the All-Star break.
Since the break, the Hornets are 17-8 and sport a +12.2 net rating in 25 games. They are 26-14 against the spread at home, the second-best mark in the league. My pick: Hornets -2.5 (-110 at DraftKings).
Odds refresh periodically and may change. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. For additional analysis and the writer’s betting record, visit Filmogaz.com.
