Prop Bets: Dallas Mavericks VS Detroit Pistons 2025-11-01
Dallas Mavericks vs. Detroit Pistons: A One-Sided Comedy of Errors
The Dallas Mavericks, currently limping into Mexico City with a 2-3 record and missing key big men like Daniel Gafford and Dereck Lively II, are about to face the Detroit Pistons, who are 3-2 and oddly confident. The Pistons are favored at -7.5 on the spread, with a 75% implied win probability (per FanDuel), which is about as shocking as seeing Klay Thompson take a three-pointer in practice. The total is set at 226.5 points, and with both teams’ offenses sputtering (Dallas ranks 27th in shooting, Detroit 24th), this could be a snoozefest. Bet the Under—unless you’re in it for the free nachos.
Player Props to Watch:
- Cooper Flagg (Mavs): The rookie is projected for 16.5 points, but his average of 13.4 PPG makes the Under a safer bet. He’s not here to party.
- Cade Cunningham (Pistons): The 22.2 PPG star is a lock for Over 25.5 points, but if you’re feeling spicy, chase his triple-double prop at +1500. Spoiler: He’ll need a calculator to count his assists.
- P.J. Washington (Pistons): At 16.5 points, his Over is tempting, but with Dwight Powell and Daniel Gafford sidelined for Dallas, he’ll likely feast.
Why the Pistons Win:
Detroit’s defense (Top 10 in the NBA) will suffocate Luka Dončić’s absent supporting cast. The Mavs’ “big men” are Dwight Powell and Moussa Cissé—essentially a pair of human rebounding cinderblocks. Detroit’s Jalen Duren (14.5 PPG) and Cade Cunningham (22.2 PPG) will dominate inside, while the Mavs’ offense chokes on their own turnovers.
Dark Horse Pick:
If you must bet on Dallas, take P.J. Washington Over 16.5 points. He’s averaging 16.5 PPG and will probably outscore the entire Mavs roster in the 4th quarter.
Final Score Prediction: Detroit 118, Dallas 105. The Mavs will thank Mexico City for the altitude—because that’s the only thing higher than their chances. 🏀🇲🇽
Created: Nov. 1, 2025, 8:37 p.m. GMT