Final Score: Lakers 105 - Pistons 95
Wednesday, February 8, 1978 at 7:00 PM ET

Lakers @ Pistons

NBA model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Lakers
25-26 Rating 1605
Form: LWLWW
Model Probability
51%
49%
Projected margin: Detroit Pistons +1.0
Pistons
23-27 Rating 1477
Form: WWWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Lakers Pistons
All-time wins 8 3
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average points 111.8 102.9
Last meeting 98 104

Key Season Stats

Stat Lakers Pistons
Games played 51 50
Avg points scored 108.5 106.4
Avg points conceded 106.8 107.3
Win percentage 49% 46%
Away win % / Home win % 33% 60%