Pistons vs. Lakers Discussion: Game Time, TV, Odds, and More

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Step one for the Detroit Pistons tonight as they face the Los Angeles Lakers — do not let an opponent score a career-high. That was something they were unable to avoid in Sunday’s loss to Los Angeles Clippers

via a Kawhi Leonard’s 55-point masterclass. Detroit is also looking to avoid its first three-game losing streak of the season. They have responded well to adversity throughout the season, but the offense is struggling to find consistent production outside of Cade Cunningham, and they are giving their opponents too many easy opportunities at the free-throw line. The Pistons have surrendered a combined 49 points in their two consecutive losses to the Jazz and Clippers, respectively. Detroit is likely weary and anxious to get home, but they have to lock in one more time to put this losing streak behind them. The Pistons have been effectively traveling for two consecutive weeks — seven road games with one home visit sandwiched in between. The Lakers’ defense is vulnerable, transition opportunities should be available, and it will require Detroit to go all out.