Eastern Conference clash on Monday night as the Cleveland Cavaliers host the Detroit Pistons in NBA action. Read on for the full preview of Cleveland Cavaliers vs Detroit Pistons.
The matchup is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET on Monday, October 27th, 2025.
Both teams come into this contest with identical 2-1 records, looking to build early-season momentum after strong weekend performances.
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Betting Preview for Cleveland Cavaliers vs Detroit Pistons
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Venue: Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, Cleveland, OH
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Date: Monday, October 27th, 2025
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Time: 7:00 PM ET
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Teams: Cleveland Cavaliers vs Detroit Pistons
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Odds (via 1XBet)
Betting on Cleveland Cavaliers
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1XBet Spread: –6.5
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1XBet Moneyline: 1.55
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1XBet Over/Under: Under 231.0
The Cleveland Cavaliers (2-1) are off to a solid start to their 2025–26 campaign, bouncing back from an opening-night loss to win two straight. After falling 119–111 to the New York Knicks in their first outing, the Cavs responded with a 131–124 victory over the Brooklyn Nets before earning a statement home-opening win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday.
Star guard Donovan Mitchell led the way against Milwaukee with 28 points, while Darius Garland and Evan Mobley combined for 39 points and 19 rebounds. Cleveland’s defense — anchored by Mobley and Jarrett Allen — looked more cohesive, holding the Bucks to just 43% shooting from the floor.
The Cavaliers are averaging 120.3 points per game through their first three contests, ranking among the top 10 in pace. However, their biggest weapon continues to be their elite frontcourt defense, led by Mobley, the reigning Defensive Player of the Year. Cleveland has been especially strong in transition defense and rebounding, giving them an edge against the young, fast-paced Pistons.
Betting on Detroit Pistons
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1XBet Spread: +6.5
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1XBet Moneyline: 2.48
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1XBet Over/Under: Over 231.0
The Detroit Pistons (2-1) are off to one of their most promising starts in recent seasons under new coach Monty Williams. After dropping their opener 115–111 to the Chicago Bulls, Detroit bounced back impressively with wins over Houston (115–111) and Boston (119–113).
Their victory against the Celtics was particularly impressive — Detroit controlled the boards with a 55–38 rebounding advantage and used their physicality to wear Boston down. Cade Cunningham was sensational once again, leading the way with 25 points on 8-of-18 shooting, while Jalen Duren contributed 24 points and 14 rebounds, dominating the paint.
Through three games, Cunningham has been Detroit’s clear leader, averaging 23 points per game, and shooting nearly 48% from the field. His aggressiveness attacking the rim and ability to get to the line (7-for-7 FT vs Boston) has set the tone for this young team. Defensively, the Pistons rank in the top 10 in defensive efficiency, playing with much more structure and discipline.
The challenge now will be sustaining that intensity against a veteran Cleveland squad on the road, where Detroit has struggled historically.
MatchPlug Prediction for Cleveland Cavaliers vs Detroit Pistons
This matchup features two young, athletic squads playing at a high pace , the Cavaliers rank 6th in pace, and the Pistons 9th. Despite that, both teams’ offensive efficiency has been modest so far, while their defenses have impressed.
Expect a physical, defensive-minded contest. Cleveland’s frontcourt tandem of Mobley and Allen should control the glass and limit Detroit’s second-chance opportunities, while Mitchell and Garland exploit mismatches in the backcourt. Detroit’s energy and rebounding will keep them close early, but the Cavaliers’ experience, defensive execution, and home-court advantage should see them through down the stretch.
Final Prediction: Cleveland Cavaliers Over/Under
