Celtics vs. Pistons – Can Tatum Shine Against Red-Hot Detroit?
Tonight’s matchup between the Boston Celtics and Detroit Pistons is shaping up to be a must-watch. The Celtics, riding a six-game winning streak , are heading into enemy territory to take on a Pistons squad that has won seven straight —a shocking turnaround for a team that’s been at the bottom of the league for years. But can Jayson Tatum step up and dominate, or will Detroit’s resurgent defense hold him in check?
Boston enters the game as a 4.5-point favorite on DraftKings Sportsbook , with the total points line set at 226.5 . However, the real betting intrigue lies with Tatum’s scoring prop . Set at 28.5 points , the big question is whether he’ll hit the over or under.
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Looking at recent form, Tatum hasn’t quite been himself since the All-Star Break . His shooting has been off, averaging just 19.7 points per game on 39.2% shooting from the field and an icy 27.6% from three . That’s well below his season averages, and with Jrue Holiday back in the lineup , his usage rate has dipped to 26.8% —a notable decline from his usual workload.
On the other side, Detroit’s defense has been surprisingly tough . Over their seven-game winning streak, they’ve allowed the eighth-fewest points per game in the league. Even high-scoring guards like Trae Young (38 points) and Miles Bridges (30 points) struggled to crack 29 points against them. The key? Ausar Thompson , a defensive force, has been locking down opposing wings, forcing them into tough shots and lower shooting percentages.
That raises the stakes for Tatum. He’s undoubtedly a better scorer than Young or Bridges, but against a locked-in Pistons team , it won’t be easy. If Boston takes an early lead , Tatum might not even need to push for 30+ points , which makes betting the under 28.5 points (-115) on DraftKings an interesting play.
Still, you can’t count out a superstar like Tatum. If he gets hot early, he could easily break out and remind everyone why he’s one of the league’s most unstoppable offensive weapons . Either way, expect an intense battle between a dominant Boston squad and a hungry Detroit team looking to prove their winning streak is no fluke.
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