Pistons vs Pacers Prediction and NBA Tips - 18 January 2026
Last updated: Jan 17, 2026, 3:57PM | Published: Jan 17, 2026, 2:05PM
The Detroit Pistons will face the Indiana Pacers in NBA action at Little Caesars Arena on Sunday, starting at 11:30am AEDT.
With the likes of Cade Cunningham, Jalen Duren and Tobias Harris, the Pistons are looking to overcome a Pacers side that includes Pascal Siakam, Andrew Nembhard and Aaron Nesmith.
This article features Stats Insider's free betting tips for the Pistons vs Pacers game, along with the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Using trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Sunday's Detroit vs Indiana NBA game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Pistons an 82% chance of beating the Pacers at Little Caesars Arena.
Pistons vs Pacers: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Sunday's NBA game at Little Caesars Arena are listed here:
- Head to Head: Pistons $1.14, Pacers $6.00
- Line: Pistons -12.5 ($1.91), Pacers +12.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 227.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Pistons at $1.14 and the Pacers at $6.00.
The Pistons are 12.5-point favourites against the Pacers, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Pacers (+12.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 227.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Pacers (+12.5) are predicted to cover the line 55% of the time, while the 227.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 54% of the time.
Pistons vs Pacers: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Indiana at $6.00 with Bet365
- Line: Pacers +12.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 227.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Today's Pistons vs Pacers betting tips are based on detailed simulations and gambling expertise to bring you the best possible advice every day of the year.
While the Pistons have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pacers to win is our recommended option because of the edge identified when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently available.
Making use of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is crucial to achieving long-term profitability.
Pistons vs Pacers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Pistons vs Pacers at Little Caesars Arena this Sunday is the Pistons winning 117-106.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Detroit vs Indiana game on Sunday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Pistons vs Pacers prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Remember, our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting predictions before the Detroit vs Indiana match-up.
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Pistons vs Pacers: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Pistons and Pacers at Little Caesars Arena is scheduled to start at 11:30am AEDT on Sunday.
- Teams: Detroit Pistons vs Indiana Pacers
- Date: Sunday 18 January 2026
- Time: 11:30am AEDT
- Venue: Little Caesars Arena
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Detroit vs Indiana predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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