Final Score: Pistons 82 - Cavaliers 85
Monday, March 17, 1997 at 7:00 PM ET

Pistons @ Cavaliers

NBA model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Pistons
47-17 Rating 1748
Form: LWLWW
Model Probability
59%
41%
Projected margin: Detroit Pistons +0.7
Cavaliers
34-29 Rating 1534
Form: WLWLL

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Pistons Cavaliers
All-time wins 68 41
Last 5 meetings 3 2
Average points 104.9 102.1
Last meeting 93 81

Key Season Stats

Stat Pistons Cavaliers
Games played 64 63
Avg points scored 93.9 88.1
Avg points conceded 87.3 85.2
Win percentage 73% 54%
Away win % / Home win % 66% 64%