The Detroit Pistons (7 – 30) play host to the Orlando Magic (7 – 32) at 7:00pm EST on Saturday 8th January 2022 in a matchup between the 2 worst teams in the league.
Detroit are 2-point favorites at home to the Orlando Magic. So far this season the Pistons are 17-20-0 against the spread (ATS) and 8-9-0 ATS when playing at home. The Pistons are on a 2-game losing streak.
The visiting Magic are 17-22-0 ATS and 14-9-0 ATS on the road. They’re 2-8 in their last 10 games and are seeking to get back to winning ways after suffering 7 consecutive losses.
Pistons vs Magic Betting Odds
| Pistons Spread | -2 |
| Magic Spread | +2 |
| Over/Under | 214 |
| Time | 7:00pm EST |
| TV | NBA TV |
Pistons and Magic Betting Trends
- The Pistons are 3-7 in their last 10 games.
- Detroit are 17-20-0 ATS and 8-9-0 ATS at home.
- Totals have gone over in 19 of the Pistons’ 37 games
- The Magic are 2-8 in their last 10 games.
- Orlando are 17-22-0 ATS and 14-9-0 ATS on the road.
- Totals have gone over in 20 of the Magic’ 39 games
Pistons and Magic Head to Head
- Oct 30, 2021: Orlando Magic 103 @ Detroit Pistons 110
Pistons vs. Magic Team Statistics
 | Statistics |  |
|---|---|---|
| 101.1 29th | Points Per Game | 101.9 28th |
| 41.4% 29th | Field Goal % | 42.7% 28th |
| 31.2% 29th | 3PT % | 32.4% 27th |
| 42.9% 28th | Rebounds | 43.9% 21st |
| 21.8% 28th | Assists | 21.9% 27th |
| 15.4% 26th | Turnovers | 14.9% 24th |
| 8.3% 7th | Steals | 6.8% 28th |
| 4.6% 20th | Blocks | 4.6% 22nd |
| 20.7% 29th | Fouls | 20% 25th |
Pistons vs. Magic Injury Report
Detroit Pistons Injuries
| Player | Position | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cory Joseph | SG | Covid-19 | Game Time Decision |
| Frank Jackson | PG | Covid-19 | Expected to be out until at least Jan 11 |
| Kelly Olynyk | PF | Knee | Expected to be out until at least Jan 14 |
| Isaiah Livers | SF | Foot | Expected to be out until at least Jan 11 |
| Chris Smith | SF | Knee | Expected to be out until at least Jan 15 |
| Jerami Grant | PF | Thumb | Expected to be out until at least Feb 1 |
Orlando Magic Injuries
| Player | Position | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moe Wagner | C | Illness | Game Time Decision |
| E’Twaun Moore | SG | Knee | Expected to be out until at least Jan 10 |
| Jalen Suggs | SG | Thumb | Expected to be out until at least Jan 12 |
| Markelle Fultz | PG | Covid-19 | Expected to be out until at least Jan 15 |
| Robin Lopez | C | Covid-19 | Game Time Decision |
| Michael Carter-Williams | PG | Ankle | Expected to be out until at least Jan 21 |
| Jonathan Isaac | PF | Knee | Expected to be out until at least Jan 30 |
Key players to watch
Detroit Pistons Key Player
Cade Cunningham 15.2 ppg, 4.5 apg, 6.4 rpg, 1.3 spg
Orlando Magic Key Player
Cole Anthony 20.3 ppg, 5.9 apg, 6.2 rpg
Who plays tonight in the NBA?
The Detroit Pistons are hosting the Orlando Magic at 7:00pm EST on Saturday 8th January 2022.
What TV channel is Pistons vs Magic game on?
The Pistons vs Magic game is available on NBA TV.
What time is the Pistons vs Magic NBA game tonight?
Tonight’s NBA game between the Detroit Pistons and Orlando Magic is at 7:00pm EST.
Who is the betting favorite in the Pistons vs Magic NBA game tonight?
Orlando Magic are the –100 betting favorites. Calculate your potential winnings from a $100 bet using our NBA odds calculator.
Is Cory Joseph playing in tonights NBA game?
A game-time decision will be made. Cory Joseph is dealing with Covid-19.
Is Moe Wagner playing in tonights NBA game?
A game-time decision will be made. Moe Wagner is dealing with an injury to the Illness.
Is Robin Lopez playing in tonights NBA game?
A game-time decision will be made. Robin Lopez is dealing with Covid-19.
Why is Frank Jackson not playing in tonights NBA game?
Frank Jackson is dealing with Covid-19 and is expected to be out until at least jan 11.
Why is Kelly Olynyk not playing in tonights NBA game?
Kelly Olynyk is dealing with an injury to the Knee and is expected to be out until at least jan 14.
Why is Isaiah Livers not playing in tonights NBA game?
Isaiah Livers is dealing with an injury to the Foot and is expected to be out until at least jan 11.
Why is Chris Smith not playing in tonights NBA game?
Chris Smith is dealing with an injury to the Knee and is expected to be out until at least jan 15.
Why is Jerami Grant not playing in tonights NBA game?
Jerami Grant is dealing with an injury to the Thumb and is expected to be out until at least feb 1.
Why is E’Twaun Moore not playing in tonights NBA game?
E’Twaun Moore is dealing with an injury to the Knee and is expected to be out until at least jan 10.
Why is Jalen Suggs not playing in tonights NBA game?
Jalen Suggs is dealing with an injury to the Thumb and is expected to be out until at least jan 12.
Why is Markelle Fultz not playing in tonights NBA game?
Markelle Fultz is dealing with Covid-19 and is expected to be out until at least jan 15.
Why is Michael Carter-Williams not playing in tonights NBA game?
Michael Carter-Williams is dealing with an injury to the Ankle and is expected to be out until at least jan 21.
Why is Jonathan Isaac not playing in tonights NBA game?
Jonathan Isaac is dealing with an injury to the Knee and is expected to be out until at least jan 30.
