- Matchup: Milwaukee Bucks vs. Detroit Pistons
- Date: Wednesday, April 8, 2026
- Venue: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI
- Broadcast: ESPN
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The Milwaukee Bucks (31-47) are set to battle the Detroit Pistons (57-22) at the Little Caesars Arena this Wednesday.
In their most recent game, the Bucks secured a victory against the Grizzlies, finishing at 131-115. The Bucks recorded 19 personal fouls while the Grizzlies had 21. From the three-point line, Milwaukee converted 17 out of 46 attempts. Memphis was efficient at the charity stripe, hitting 22 of their 28 free throws for 78.6%. Furthermore, the Grizzlies grabbed 38 rebounds (15 offensive, 23 defensive) and tallied 5 blocks. Memphis recorded 25 assists and managed to create 13 turnovers. Defensively, Milwaukee held their opponents to 41.3% shooting on 38 of 92 attempts. They achieved 30 assists, forced 14 turnovers, and made 11 steals. In terms of rebounds, the Bucks secured 44 total, with 11 being offensive rebounds. At the free-throw line, Milwaukee converted 15 out of 24 attempts (62.5%). Overall, they shot 60.2% from the field (50 of 83) and made 16 of 32 three-point attempts.
One standout player for the Bucks was Ryan Rollins, who contributed 24 points on 10 of 16 shooting in 32 minutes of play. He also grabbed 4 rebounds and posted 3 assists, finishing with an impressive shooting percentage of 62.5%.
The Bucks enter this matchup with a record of 31-47 for the current season. They average 110.8 points per game, ranking 29th in the league, and maintain a shooting percentage of 47.8%. From beyond the arc, they connect on 38.8% of their three-point attempts (1,171 of 3,015) and hit 73.1% from the free-throw line. Milwaukee averages 40.7 rebounds per game and has a total of 2,003 assists this season, sitting 18th in the NBA for assists. They turn the ball over 15.1 times per game and average 19.8 personal fouls.
Defensively, the Bucks force their opponents into 13.1 turnovers per game while accruing 17.7 personal fouls. They rank 21st in the NBA for assists allowed, having given up 2,172 assists so far this season. The Bucks concede an average shooting percentage of 47.2% (3,241 of 6,864) and allow 44.7 rebounds per game, with opponents shooting 37.4% from three-point range. Milwaukee ranks 20th in points allowed per game, averaging 116.8.
The Pistons last played against the Magic, resulting in a 123-107 loss. They managed to collect 27 defensive and 8 offensive rebounds, totaling 35 for the game. Detroit turned the ball over 21 times but recorded 10 steals. The Magic committed 19 fouls, giving the Pistons 19 free-throw attempts, of which they made 13 for a shooting percentage of 68.4%. From three-point territory, Detroit successfully made 10 of 30 attempts (33.3%) and finished with a field goal percentage of 49.4%, going 42 for 85. Meanwhile, the Pistons allowed the Magic to score on 41 of 81 attempts, yielding a shooting percentage of 50.6%. Orlando hit 11 of 26 three-pointers, ending with a free-throw percentage of 75.0% by making 30 of 40 attempts. On the boards, Detroit allowed Orlando to collect a total of 35 rebounds (6 offensive).
Key for the Pistons was Jalen Duren, who shot 7 of 9 in the game, achieving a shooting efficiency of 77.8%. He contributed 18 points, 9 rebounds, and 4 assists in 32 minutes on the floor.
Detroit’s season record stands at an impressive 57-22. They average 22.1 personal fouls per game and convert 76.0% of their free throws. The Pistons dish out 27.6 assists per game, ranking 11th in the league, alongside 15.1 turnovers. They have amassed a remarkable 9,269 total points this season, averaging 117.3 points per game, and collect about 45.5 rebounds per contest. On offense, Detroit boasts an impressive shooting percentage of 48.3%, ranking 6th in the NBA.
Defensively, the Pistons limit opponents to 34.5% shooting from three-point range (987 of 2,864) and allow 78.8% from the free-throw line. They yield an average of 23.4 assists and 40.8 rebounds per game, holding the top rank for both categories in the league. Detroit is ranked 3rd in points allowed per game with 109.6 and effectively forces an average of 16.9 turnovers while limiting opponents to a field goal percentage of 44.4% (3rd in the league).
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NBA contest against the spread?
Prediction: Take Milwaukee
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