Spread +5.5 • Detroit Pistons

Placing a 2-unit wager on Detroit -5.5 at Caesars based on matchup fit and projected game script. The Pistons’ ability to manage pace, protect the ball, and generate consistent offense against an inconsistent defense creates conditions favorable for a cover by more than five points. The 5.5 spread indicates an expectation that Detroit will control tempo and incrementally build a lead, aligning with a game flow where possessions are managed and the margin widens in the second half.