Washington Wizards vs Detroit Pistons Picks and Prediction for Monday November 9 2026
In Monday night NBA action, the Washington Wizards will invade Little Caesars Arena to take on the Detroit Pistons. Tipoff is scheduled for November 9, 2026 at 7:00 pm EST and the game will be televised on NBC Sports Network. The Pistons are a 10.5 point home favorite and the total is sitting at 218.5. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions.
Washington trying to figure it out
The Washington Wizards have missed the playoffs in five consecutive years and have put together a roster that should be much more competitive. The Wizards (4-6) have dropped four of their first six road games and are currently in eighth place in the Eastern Conference standings. On Saturday, Washington scored less than 20 points in three of the four quarters during an ugly 114-75 road loss against Oklahoma City.
Number one overall draft pick A.J. Dybantsa led Washington with 19 points on 7-for-15 shooting and pulled down six boards. C Alex Sarr missed eight of nine long range attempts and finished with 15 points. F Kyshawn George added 14 points (5-16 FG), seven rebounds, and six assists for the Wizards.
Washington was the worst defensive team in the league a season ago and has improved to 13th in defensive efficiency. During Saturday’s loss, the Wizards took 43 three-point attempts and converted just seven. Washington was outrebounded by a 55-47 margin and shot an ice cold 30 percent from the field.
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Detroit does it with defense
The Detroit Pistons won 60 games last season and are motivated to prove that success was not a fluke. The Pistons (6-3) have split their first four home games and are a game back of Boston for second place in the Eastern Conference. On Sunday, Detroit fell behind by 24 points in the opening quarter and never could take a lead during a 121-116 home loss versus Los Angeles.
Daniss Jenkins knocked down 8-for-15 from beyond the arc and led Detroit with 31 points in 32 minutes off the bench. Kevin Huerter scored 24 points on 9-for-14 shooting and dished out five assists. All-Star G Cade Cunningham added 14 points (6-15 FG) and eight assists for the Pistons.
Detroit has made their mark as a physical defensive team and currently lead the NBA in defensive efficiency. During yesterday’s loss, the Pistons were outscored 58-46 in the paint and allowed the Lakers to shoot 50 percent from the field. Detroit connected on 19-for-48 three-point attempts and shot 45 percent overall.
Washington Wizards vs Detroit Pistons Picks and Prediction
Pick: Detroit Pistons -10.5
Washington F Anthony Davis has been dealing with an ankle injury and his status for this game is uncertain. The Pistons took three out of four against the Wizards a season ago and the last two were decided by an average of 17.5 points. Detroit is the second most profitable team in the league with a 6-2 ATS record. Take the Pistons to win and cover at home.
Pick: Under 218.5
Washington ranks in the bottom third of the league in tempo and Detroit is in the middle of the pack. The Pistons are 15th in offensive efficiency and the Wizards are 21st in that category. Washington is dealing with some injuries and their new pieces have not had enough time to gel. The Wizards are 2-8 O/U and their games are staying under by almost 11 points. Take the under.
Final Score Prediction: Detroit Pistons win 114-97
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