- Matchup: Atlanta Hawks vs Detroit Pistons
- Date: Friday, December 12, 2025
- Venue: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI
- Broadcast: FanDuel Sports Network
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This Friday, the Detroit Pistons (19-5) will host the Atlanta Hawks (14-11) at Little Caesars Arena, looking for a victory.
In their previous matchup, the Hawks faced off against the Wizards and secured a win with a score of 131-116. Atlanta showcased impressive shooting, achieving a field goal percentage of 53.1% (52 of 98) and sinking 13 of 39 attempts from beyond the arc. They were perfect from the free-throw line, hitting all 14 attempts. The Hawks dominated the boards with 45 rebounds, including 15 offensive boards, and dished out 36 assists while forcing their opponents into 20 turnovers, earning 13 steals in the process. On defense, Atlanta allowed Washington to shoot 51.3% (41 of 80) from the field. The Wizards managed 29 assists and recorded 6 steals, while also accumulating 26 rebounds (4 offensive and 22 defensive) and 4 blocks. They converted 89.5% of their free throws, hitting 17 of 19, and made 17 of 38 three-point attempts. The Hawks committed 16 personal fouls, while the Wizards were called for 18.
Jalen Johnson was a standout performer in the previous game, scoring 30 points on 10 of 18 shooting. He logged 39 minutes on the floor, pulling down 12 boards and finishing with a 55.6% shooting accuracy while also providing 12 assists.
The Hawks arrive at this contest with a season record of 14-11. They average 118.0 points per game (11th in the league) with a shooting percentage of 48.5%. From three-point range, Atlanta boasts a 36.9% shooting rate (349 of 945) and an 78.5% free throw accuracy. Collectively, they average 41.8 rebounds per game and lead the league with 770 assists. However, they also average 15.2 turnovers and commit 20.6 personal fouls per game.
Defensively, the Hawks force their opponents into 16.7 turnovers per game, while averaging 19.4 personal fouls. They allow a 3-point shooting percentage of 34.8% and rank 17th in points allowed per game (116.5). The Atlanta defense permits a 46.9% field goal shooting rate (1,046 of 2,232) and yields 45.4 rebounds per contest, ranking them 22nd in allowing assists with 660 conceded this season.
In their last game, the Pistons emerged victorious with a 124-112 win over the Bucks. Detroit allowed Milwaukee to grab 36 rebounds in total (11 offensive). The Pistons shot 42.1% from beyond the arc, making 16 of 38 attempts, and finished with 22 of 32 from the free-throw line (68.8%). They held the Bucks to a shooting rate of 44.0% from the field (37 of 84). Detroit ended the game shooting 50.0% from the floor (43 of 86) and made 15 of 40 three-point attempts (37.5%). They converted 23 of their free throws with a rate of 74.2%. The Bucks were whistled for 26 fouls, providing the Pistons with 31 free-throw opportunities. The Pistons committed 16 turnovers and registered 5 steals in that game while collecting 53 total rebounds (37 defensive and 16 offensive).
Cade Cunningham played a crucial role for the Pistons, scoring 23 points in 32 minutes, while also contributing 12 assists. He shot 44.4% from the field, making 8 of 18 attempts, and recorded 6 rebounds.
The Pistons hold a strong season record at 19-5. They commit an average of 23.0 personal fouls per game and have a free-throw shooting percentage of 74.7%. The team averages 26.1 assists per game (14th in the league) but turns the ball over 16.1 times a game. The Pistons have scored 2,849 points this season (118.7 per game) and average 46.8 rebounds per contest. Offensively, Detroit boasts a shooting percentage of 48.2% from the field, ranking 10th in the NBA.
On defense, the Pistons are ranked 6th in points allowed per game (113.3). They force an average of 16.9 turnovers and hold opponents to a shooting percentage of 44.6% (2nd in the league). Detroit allows an opposing three-point shooting rate of 36.3% (322 of 887) and permits teams to shoot 80.3% from the charity stripe. They rank 1st in the league for assists allowed (23.4) and 7th in rebounds allowed per game (41.5).
Who will take the win in tonight’s NBA matchup?
Pick: Choose Detroit
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