Cleveland Cavaliers vs Detroit Pistons predictions, May 09, 2026

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As the Cleveland Cavaliers prepare to face the Detroit Pistons on May 9, 2026, at the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, both teams bring contrasting recent performances into the matchup. The Cavaliers, with a record of 2 wins out of their last 5 games, will aim to leverage their home-court advantage. Their tactical play has focused on strong perimeter shooting and effective ball movement, but consistency has been an issue in recent outings.

Conversely, the Pistons are riding a wave of confidence, having secured victories in all of their last 5 matches. Their current form suggests a well-rounded approach, with a balanced attack both in the paint and from the three-point line. The Pistons’ defense has also tightened, making it difficult for opponents to convert high-percentage shots.

Bookmakers have set the odds at 1.56 for a Cavaliers victory and 2.41 for a Pistons win, reflecting the Cavaliers’ home status but acknowledging the Pistons’ impressive run. Our model indicates a 62.6% probability of a home win for Cleveland, while Detroit holds a 37.4% chance of pulling off an upset. While recent trends lean toward a Cavaliers triumph, the Pistons’ current form makes this matchup one to watch closely.

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Cleveland
61.2%
Detroit
38.8%

Prediction (the most likely score): 108:104

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 1.56 2.55
betsson 1.58 2.35
MarathonBet 1.55 2.68
WilliamHill 1.62 2.3
Pinnacle 1.55 2.56

Latest Results

07.05.26 Detroit Pistons – Cleveland Cavaliers – 107:97
05.05.26 Detroit Pistons – Cleveland Cavaliers – 111:101
03.05.26 Cleveland Cavaliers – Toronto Raptors – 114:102
01.05.26 Toronto Raptors – Cleveland Cavaliers – 112:110 OT
29.04.26 Cleveland Cavaliers – Toronto Raptors – 125:120
07.05.26 Detroit Pistons – Cleveland Cavaliers – 107:97
05.05.26 Detroit Pistons – Cleveland Cavaliers – 111:101
03.05.26 Detroit Pistons – Orlando Magic – 116:94
01.05.26 Orlando Magic – Detroit Pistons – 79:93
29.04.26 Detroit Pistons – Orlando Magic – 116:109

Facts

  • Detroit Pistons leads series 2-0. Second leg.
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Cleveland won 1.
  • In recent matches, Cleveland has shown inconsistent form (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Detroit is in great form and has won several matches in a row (last 5 games: 5 wins).
  • Recently, Detroit has had a series of home games.
  • Cleveland is expected to have a slight advantage in this match.
  • We predict that Detroit will win today’s game, with odds of 2.48.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Cleveland won 14 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 2226:2085. (average 111.3:104.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Cleveland won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 1027:911. (average 114.1:101.2).

    Latest Head To Head

    07.05.26 Detroit Pistons – Cleveland Cavaliers – 107:97
    05.05.26 Detroit Pistons – Cleveland Cavaliers – 111:101
    03.03.26 Cleveland Cavaliers – Detroit Pistons – 113:109
    27.02.26 Detroit Pistons – Cleveland Cavaliers – 122:119 OT
    04.01.26 Cleveland Cavaliers – Detroit Pistons – 110:114

    Standings

    Draw

    Play Offs

    1/8-finals

    1 Oklahoma City Thunder (1) Phoenix Suns (8) 4 : 0
    2 Los Angeles Lakers (4) Houston Rockets (5) 4 : 2
    3 San Antonio Spurs (2) Portland Trail Blazers (7) 4 : 1
    4 Denver Nuggets (3) Minnesota Timberwolves (6) 2 : 4
    5 Detroit Pistons (1) Orlando Magic (8) 4 : 3
    6 Cleveland Cavaliers (4) Toronto Raptors (5) 4 : 3
    7 New York Knicks (3) Atlanta Hawks (6) 4 : 2
    8 Boston Celtics (2) Philadelphia 76ers (7) 3 : 4

    Quarter-finals

    1 Oklahoma City Thunder (1) Los Angeles Lakers (4) 2 : 0
    2 San Antonio Spurs (2) Minnesota Timberwolves (6) 1 : 1
    3 Detroit Pistons (1) Cleveland Cavaliers (4) 2 : 0
    4 New York Knicks (3) Philadelphia 76ers (7) 2 : 0

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