Final Score: Lakers 89 - Pistons 90
Thursday, January 31, 2008 at 7:00 PM ET

Lakers @ Pistons

NBA model probabilities, projected margin and matchup analysis
Lakers
28-15 Rating 1679
Form: WLLLW
Model Probability
33%
67%
Projected margin: Detroit Pistons +4.9
Pistons
32-13 Rating 1728
Form: LLWWW

Model Prediction Through Season

Head-to-Head

Historical record and recent meetings
Stat Lakers Pistons
All-time wins 53 35
Last 5 meetings 2 3
Average points 105.8 103.4
Last meeting 103 91

Key Season Stats

Stat Lakers Pistons
Games played 43 45
Avg points scored 107.3 97.9
Avg points conceded 101.8 90.5
Win percentage 65% 71%
Away win % / Home win % 58% 79%