Spread -8.5 • Detroit Pistons

Alright, so I'm putting 3 units on Detroit -8.5 at DraftKings, and yes, I know picking a spread that big sounds a little...ambitious? I like the Pistons to be the steadier side here — they should control enough stretches to build a cushion, even if I secretly worry about one weird quarter ruining my night. The -8.5 spread reflects an expectation that Detroit will be able to separate over multiple quarters rather than a single lucky run, so expect them to lead by several possessions into the late stages if this goes as forecasted.