The Pistons will play the Pelicans on Thursday, November 2nd, 2023. Your timezone's tip off time is 8:10 pm EDT. Check local listings or your nearest streaming app for coverage.
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Table of Contents
- Matchup Stats
- Captain Shady Lines
- Best Odds
- Interactive Odds Example
- Prop Bets
- Team Standings
- Futures Odds
- Team Pages
- Other Games Today
Key Matchup Stats
The NBA season is now underway, with the Detroit Pistons and New Orleans Pelicans scheduled to play on Thursday, November 2nd, 2023. Before these teams hit the hardwood, let's dig into some stats from the 2023-24 regular season to get an idea of what's in store for this game. Note that it's still early. Eventually, clear trends will emerge for both teams as the season progresses.
- SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - The Detroit Pistons currently have a 93.00 power ranking so far this season. The power ranking for the New Orleans Pelicans is 93.33. Keep tabs on these values, as they will change in the coming weeks.
- Away Detroit Pistons - So far in the 2023-24 NBA regular season, the Detroit Pistons have a 1-2 record as an away team, ranking them 3rd in the league for away team wins.
- Home New Orleans Pelicans - The New Orleans Pelicans come to this game with a 1-1 record as a home team so far in the 2023-24 regular season. This puts them at 3rd for home team wins in the league overall.
- Average Points Per Game - The Detroit Pistons now rank 15th (108.8) for average points scored per game, with the New Orleans Pelicans standing at 21st (104.8).
- Average Opponent Points Per Game - Looking at the average number of points opponents have scored so far this season, the Detroit Pistons rank 20th (107.6), while the New Orleans Pelicans currently rank 21st (106.8).
- Team Records - The Detroit Pistons currently have a 2-3 overall record, while the New Orleans Pelicans currently possess a 3-1 standing.
Captain Shady Lines
A broken compass is right at least twice a day.
Avast ye scallywags! The Detroit Pistons be sailin' into enemy waters...or rather, the New Orleans Pelicans be awaitin' their arrival on Thursday, November 2nd, 2023. The early stages of the 2023-24 NBA season be showin' the Pistons with a 2-3 standin' while the Pelicans be boastin' a 3-1 record...Arr, the stakes be high!
The atmosphere in the Pelicans' arena be electric, me hearties! The crowd be roarin' like a fierce storm brewin' at sea, ready to cheer their team on to victory. Don't miss the action on the court, me mateys, as these two teams clash fer a shot at glory!
The Pistons be averagin' 108.8 points per game, while the Pelicans be trailin' behind with 104.8 points per game. Will the Pistons' offense prove too mighty for the Pelicans' defense? Only time will tell, me lads.
Now, me scurvy dogs, if ye be lookin' to make some bets on the match, see the best point spread, moneyline, and total bets from our partner sportsbooks. And if ye be feelin' fancy, review this game's prop bets below, me hearties!
So gather 'round, me fellow buccaneers, and set yer sights on the battle ahead. The Pistons versus the Pelicans – a showdown of epic proportions! Will the Pistons claim victory, or will the Pelicans triumph on their home court? Only time will reveal the answer, ye landlubbers...
Best Pistons at Pelicans Odds
| Underdog Detroit Pistons | Favorite New Orleans Pelicans |
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| Over | Under |
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| Underdog Detroit Pistons | Favorite New Orleans Pelicans |
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Matchup Odds FAQs
The New Orleans Pelicans are -4.5 -110 point spread favorites at BetMGM, while the Detroit Pistons are +4.5 -110 point spread underdogs at BetMGM.
The best over line is 215.5 -110 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 215.5 -110 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $110 to win $100 betting the under.
The New Orleans Pelicans are the -190 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and the Detroit Pistons are the +155 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.
NBA Odds Example
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Game |
 BetMGMBet |
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Pistons
Pelicans
11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | +4.5 -110-4.5 -110 |
Underdog Detroit Pistons - Detroit Pistons bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A +4.5 Detroit Pistons underdog bet wins if they lose by 4 or fewer, tie, or win outright. Your bet loses if they lose by 5 or more.
Favorite New Orleans Pelicans - New Orleans Pelicans bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.
A -4.5 New Orleans Pelicans favorite bet wins if they win by 5 or more. Your bet loses if they win by 4 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.
Detroit Pistons at New Orleans Pelicans Prop Bets
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Pistons
Pelicans
Game to Overtime
11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | Yes +1200No -3000Bet |
Pistons
Team Total Points
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 105.5 o -115105.5 u -110Bet |
Pelicans
Team Total Points
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 110.5 o -110110.5 u -120Bet |
Ausar Thompson
Points Scored
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 10.5 o -13510.5 u +100Bet |
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Cade Cunningham
Points Scored
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 22.5 o -12022.5 u -115Bet |
CJ McCollum
Points Scored
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 24.5 o -12524.5 u -105Bet |
Dyson Daniels
Points Scored
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 7.5 o -1107.5 u -120Bet |
Herbert Jones
Points Scored
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 12.5 o +10012.5 u -130Bet |
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Isaiah Stewart
Points Scored
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 12.5 o +10012.5 u -130Bet |
Jaden Ivey
Points Scored
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 11.5 o -11511.5 u -115Bet |
Jalen Duren
Points Scored
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 12.5 o -11012.5 u -120Bet |
Joe Harris
Points Scored
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 5.5 o -1105.5 u -125Bet |
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Jonas Valanciunas
Points Scored
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 15.5 o -10515.5 u -130Bet |
Jordan Hawkins
Points Scored
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 16.5 o -12016.5 u -110Bet |
Killian Hayes
Points Scored
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 8.5 o +1008.5 u -130Bet |
Kira Lewis Jr
Points Scored
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 6.5 o -1106.5 u -120Bet |
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Larry Nance Jr
Points Scored
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 6.5 o +1056.5 u -140Bet |
Marvin Bagley
Points Scored
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 8.5 o -1308.5 u -105Bet |
Matt Ryan
Points Scored
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 9.5 o -1309.5 u +100Bet |
Zion Williamson
Points Scored
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 24.5 o -10524.5 u -125Bet |
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Ausar Thompson
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 22.5 o -11022.5 u -120Bet |
Cade Cunningham
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 33.5 o -11033.5 u -120Bet |
CJ McCollum
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 35.5 o -12035.5 u -110Bet |
Dyson Daniels
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 15.5 o -12515.5 u -105Bet |
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Herbert Jones
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 20.5 o -10520.5 u -130Bet |
Isaiah Stewart
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 21.5 o -12021.5 u -110Bet |
Jaden Ivey
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 16.5 o -12516.5 u -105Bet |
Jalen Duren
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 24.5 o -12524.5 u -105Bet |
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Joe Harris
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 7.5 o -1107.5 u -120Bet |
Jonas Valanciunas
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 27.5 o -12027.5 u -110Bet |
Jordan Hawkins
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 24.5 o -11524.5 u -115Bet |
Killian Hayes
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 14.5 o -12514.5 u -105Bet |
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Kira Lewis Jr
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 9.5 o -1209.5 u -110Bet |
Larry Nance Jr
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 15.5 o -10515.5 u -130Bet |
Marvin Bagley
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 14.5 o -10514.5 u -125Bet |
Matt Ryan
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 14.5 o -11014.5 u -120Bet |
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Zion Williamson
Points, Rebounds & Assists
DET at NOP 11/02/23 8:10pm EDT | 35.5 o -11035.5 u -120Bet |
Team Standings
| Team | W | L | Pct | GB | Home | Away | Div | Conf | PPG | Op. PPG | Diff | Strk | L10 |
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| xp - New Orleans Pelicans | 49 | 33 | 0.598 | +15.0 | 21-19 | 28-14 | 9-7 | 30-22 | 115.1 | 110.7 | +4.4 | L1 | 5-5 |
| e - Detroit Pistons | 14 | 68 | 0.171 | +50.0 | 7-33 | 7-35 | 2-14 | 10-41 | 109.9 | 119.0 | -9.1 | L1 | 2-8 |
Detroit Pistons & New Orleans Pelicans Futures Odds
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Detroit Pistons Championship Odds|
Team | BetMGM |
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| Pistons | +100000 Bet |
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Team | BetMGM |
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| Pelicans | +50000 Bet |
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How to Bet on the Detroit Pistons vs New Orleans Pelicans NBA Game
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Open a new sports betting account before game time.
Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Thursday, November 2nd, 2023 at 8:10 pm EDT, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.
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Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.
Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.
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Tap to the sportsbook's NBA page, look for the Detroit Pistons vs New Orleans Pelicans Game.
Navigate to the sportsbook's NBA page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Detroit Pistons vs New Orleans Pelicans Game.
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Choose your bet and place a wager.
Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.