Cleveland Cavaliers vs Detroit Pistons Prediction & Odds
CLE
Cleveland Cavaliers
4-2 · 1-2 away
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DET
Detroit Pistons
5-1 · 2-0 home
The Cleveland Cavaliers (4-2) visit the Detroit Pistons (5-1) on Friday, December 18, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET.
AI pick for Cavaliers vs Pistons
Gold & SilverThe AI analyzes this game about 10 hours and again 25 minutes before tip-off, after lineups and late injury news.
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Sportsbook lines for this game have not been posted yet. They are usually posted on game day.
Team stats comparison
| Stat | CLE | DET |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 4-2 | 5-1 |
| Points per game | 121 #2 | 109.8 #21 |
| Opponent points per game | 116 #20 | 101.8 #1 |
| Offensive rating | 115.8 #8 | 111.3 #17 |
| Defensive rating | 111.5 #17 | 103.2 #1 |
| Net rating | +4.3 #10 | +8.1 #6 |
| Pace | 102.5 #8 | 98.7 #26 |
| True shooting % | 59.0% | 56.8% |
League rank in small type. Ratings are per 100 possessions.
Cavaliers vs Pistons: quick answers
What time does Cavaliers vs Pistons start?
Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 PM ET on Friday, December 18, 2026.
Where can I find the AI pick for Cavaliers vs Pistons?
The AI pick, win probability, projected score and player prop leans are in the Basketball AI: Odds & Analysis app, updated about 10 hours and again 25 minutes before tip-off.
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