Detroit Pistons vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/18

The Detroit Pistons take on the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. The game starts at 7:30 PM and will air on FDSS. The Pistons have had a strong start to the season with a 12-2 record, while the Hawks are 9-5.

Detroit’s head coach, J.B. Bickerstaff, has led the team to the top of the Eastern Conference. Their recent win streak is ten games. Atlanta, coached by Quin Snyder, is ranked fourth in the Eastern Conference and first in the Southeast Division. They have won their last five games, making this an exciting game to watch.

Pistons vs Hawks Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Detroit Pistons vs. Atlanta Hawks
  • Venue: State Farm Arena
  • Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Pistons Spread -1.5 (-109), Hawks Spread +1.5 (-113), Pistons MoneyLine -120, Hawks MoneyLine -101, Over/Under 229.5

Detroit Pistons Team Preview

The Detroit Pistons have been on a winning streak. They recently won three games in a row against the Indiana Pacers, Philadelphia 76ers, and Chicago Bulls. In these games, the Pistons scored over 110 points each time, showing strong offensive performance.

Jalen Duren has been a key player for the Pistons. He had an impressive game against the Pacers with 31 points and 15 rebounds. Daniss Jenkins also played well, contributing 26 points and 8 assists in the same game.

Injuries could be a concern for the Pistons in their next game. Key players like Cade Cunningham and Ausar Thompson are listed as questionable. Despite this, the team has shown depth with players like Duncan Robinson and Javonte Green stepping up when needed.

Atlanta Hawks Team Preview

The Atlanta Hawks are on a winning streak, taking their last three games. They edged out the Phoenix Suns with a 124-122 score. Onyeka Okongwu stood out with 27 points, while Jalen Johnson added 25 points and 10 rebounds.

Jalen Johnson has been a key player for the Hawks this season. He averages 21.8 points, 9.6 rebounds, and 6.3 assists per game. Johnson’s field goal percentage is an impressive 58.7%, showing his ability to score efficiently.

The Hawks face some injury challenges. Trae Young is out with a knee injury and will miss several weeks. Kristaps Porzingis and Onyeka Okongwu are both questionable due to knee issues, which could impact their lineup.

BTB Betting Pick

The Pistons are favored by 1.5 points against the Hawks. The Pistons allow 112.1 points per game, which ranks them 4th, while the Hawks score 117.6 points per game. This suggests a close game, but the Pistons’ strong defense gives them the edge. The projected score is Pistons 116, Hawks 114. Take the Pistons -1.5.

The over/under line is set at 229.5. The Pistons’ games tend to be lower scoring due to their defense, allowing only 112.1 points per game. The Hawks’ games average a bit higher, but the Pistons’ defense can keep it under control. With a projected total of 230, it’s close, but lean towards the Under 229.5.