Detroit Pistons vs Dallas Mavericks Prediction & Picks - NBA

Prediction published on 3/21/25, 4:18 AM  by Erik Gibbs | Modified on 3/21/25 at 4:24 AM in NBA Picks

The Detroit Pistons head to the American Airlines Center tonight to take on the struggling Dallas Mavericks in a matchup that highlights just how quickly fortunes can change in the NBA. After years in the basement of the Eastern Conference, the Pistons have made a dramatic turnaround under new head coach J.B. Bickerstaff. Now sitting sixth in the East, Detroit is poised for a return to the playoffs—a stark contrast to last season’s 14-win campaign.

Coming into tonight’s game, the Pistons have been in solid form, winning four of their last six outings, including a hard-fought 116-113 win on the road against the Miami Heat on Wednesday. Their recent surge has been fueled by a well-balanced attack, improved defense, and a road record that stands out in the league—Detroit has gone 21-15 away from home this season, a testament to their poise and resilience.

On the other side, the Mavericks are mired in one of the most disappointing stretches in recent franchise history. After dealing away Luka Doncic at the trade deadline in a move that stunned the NBA world, Dallas has lost 11 of their last 13 games. Their latest defeat, a 135-131 shootout loss to the Indiana Pacers, extended their losing streak to four games. With Kyrie Irving and Tim Hardaway Jr. already sidelined, the Mavericks are severely short-handed and struggling to find an identity post-All-Star break.