Detroit Pistons vs Milwaukee Bucks Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/3

The Detroit Pistons will visit the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum on December 3, 2025. The game starts at 8:00 PM and will air on FDSD. This is an early season NBA game with both teams looking to improve their standings.

The Pistons come into this game with a strong 17-4 record. They are currently leading the Eastern Conference. The Bucks have a 9-13 record and are aiming to climb up from their current 11th spot in the conference. Both teams play in the Central Division, adding an extra layer of competition to this game.

Pistons vs Bucks Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Detroit Pistons vs. Milwaukee Bucks
  • Venue: Fiserv Forum
  • Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Pistons -3.0 (-113), Bucks +3.0 (-108), Pistons MoneyLine -153, Bucks MoneyLine +129, Over/Under 232.5

Detroit Pistons Team Preview

The Detroit Pistons are on a strong run, winning their last two games. They beat the Atlanta Hawks 99-98 and the Miami Heat 138-135. Cade Cunningham has been a key player, scoring 29 points against the Heat.

On the season, the Pistons are scoring 118.8 points per game. They rank high in rebounds, pulling down 47.0 per game, which is second in the league. However, their three-point shooting is not as strong, with only 11.0 made per game.

The starting lineup for the Pistons includes Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren. Cunningham averages 28.2 points per game, while Duren adds 19.6 points and 11.8 rebounds. Duncan Robinson is questionable for the next game due to an ankle injury.

Milwaukee Bucks Team Preview

The Milwaukee Bucks have been active in their recent games. They secured a solid win against the Brooklyn Nets, scoring 116 to the Nets’ 99. However, they faced losses against the Washington Wizards and New York Knicks, scoring 126 and 109 points, respectively.

The Bucks are strong in shooting, with a high field goal percentage of 49.5, ranking 3rd in the league. Their three-point shooting is even better, leading the league with a 41.7 percentage. Despite these strengths, they struggle with free throws, ranking last in both free throws made and attempted per game.

Giannis Antetokounmpo remains the top player, averaging 30.6 points and 10.7 rebounds per game. He is dealing with an adductor strain but is expected to play. The team will also monitor Kevin Porter Jr. and Gary Harris due to their injuries, while Taurean Prince remains out indefinitely.

BTB Betting Pick

The Pistons are favored by 3 points against the Bucks. With the Pistons allowing only 113.2 points per game and the Bucks scoring 116.0 points per game, the projected score is Pistons 118, Bucks 116. Considering the Pistons’ strong defensive stats, picking the Pistons to cover the spread of -3.0 is a reasonable choice.

The over/under for this game is set at 232.5 points. The Pistons’ average points per game is 118.8, while the Bucks average 116.0 points. Combining these, the projected total is 234 points. Given both teams’ offensive capabilities, taking the over at 232.5 seems like a good option.