Cleveland Cavaliers vs Detroit Pistons Betting Pick & Prediction for 5/13

The Cleveland Cavaliers and Detroit Pistons are set for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. The series is tied 2-2, making this game important for both teams. The Cavaliers have shown strong performances, winning the last two games.

Detroit Pistons will host the game at Little Caesars Arena. The Pistons are looking to bounce back after two losses. The game will be on ESPN on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 8:00 PM.

Cavaliers vs Pistons Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Detroit Pistons
  • Venue: Little Caesars Arena
  • Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Cavaliers Spread +4.0 (-109), Pistons Spread -4.0 (-112), Cavaliers MoneyLine +146, Pistons MoneyLine -174, Over 212.5 (-111), Under 212.5 (-110)

Cleveland Cavaliers Team Preview

The Cleveland Cavaliers are coming off a recent win against the Detroit Pistons with a score of 112-103. Donovan Mitchell was a standout player, scoring 43 points in 36 minutes. James Harden also contributed significantly with 24 points and 11 assists.

Throughout the postseason, the Cavaliers have maintained an average of 109.9 points per game. They rank 8th in points per game and field goal percentage. Their defense is strong too, allowing 109.2 points per game.

Donovan Mitchell is leading the team with an average of 26.7 points per game in the postseason. James Harden and Evan Mobley are also key contributors, averaging 19.9 and 16.4 points per game, respectively. The team faces uncertainty with Thomas Bryant, who is questionable due to back spasms.

Detroit Pistons Team Preview

The Detroit Pistons have shown a mix of results in their recent games. They lost their last two games against the Cleveland Cavaliers. In Game 4, they scored 103 points but allowed 112 points.

Offensively, the Pistons rank 14th in points per game during the postseason. They average 104.3 points per game and have a field goal percentage of 45.1. Their three-point shooting stands at 35.8%, which is 8th in the league.

Cade Cunningham leads the team with an average of 29.2 points per game in the playoffs. Tobias Harris contributes with 20.8 points and 7.7 rebounds. The team faces injury concerns with Caris LeVert, Kevin Huerter, and Duncan Robinson all listed as questionable.

BTB Betting Pick

The Cavaliers are getting +4.0 points against the Pistons. The Cavaliers score 109.9 points per game, while the Pistons allow 100.9 points. This suggests the Cavaliers can cover the spread. The pick is Cavaliers +4.0.

The total for the game is set at 212.5. Combining the Cavaliers’ 109.9 points and the Pistons’ 104.3 points gives a total of 214.2 points. This is slightly over the current line. The pick is Over 212.5.